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Paid Parental Leave Calculator

Calculate your total parental leave income for 2026. See how much you'll receive from 26 weeks government PPL, employer parental leave, and accrued annual leave combined.

Last verified: 20 March 2026
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Your individual adjusted taxable income. Must be under $175,000 to be eligible for PPL.

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Your partner's individual income. Each parent is income-tested separately (under $175,000 each).

How many of the 26 weeks parent 1 will take. 4 weeks are reserved ('use it or lose it') for each parent.

How many of the 26 weeks parent 2 will take. Combined total cannot exceed 26 weeks.

Weeks of parental leave your employer pays at your normal salary. Can be taken alongside government PPL.

Days of annual leave you plan to use during your parental leave period.

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Used to calculate employer leave and annual leave pay. Not used for government PPL (which is paid at minimum wage).

General information and estimates only — not financial, tax, or legal advice. Always verify with Services Australia.