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Matt Shirvington Salary: How It Compares to the National Full-Time Average

Matt Shirvington's exact salary is not published in public sources such as the ABS, Fair Work, or the ATO, so a precise comparison to the national full-time average is not possible.

This sits on the Australian full-time average.

Week, hour, and a tax sketch

$2,084 a week · $54.83 an hour if spread over 38 hours

About $83,159 after resident income tax and a 2% Medicare levy.

2026–27 resident rates and a 2% Medicare levy. Not a tax assessment.Open the full line

Matt Shirvington Salary and the National Average

Matt Shirvington is a well-known Australian former sprinter and television presenter, but his exact salary is not a matter of public record. Unlike award wages or government salaries, the pay of private-sector media personalities is rarely disclosed. This article explores where his earnings might sit relative to the national full-time average, using the most recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and Fair Work.

The National Full-Time Average: The Line

Average Line uses the ABS Average Weekly Earnings, May 2026, as its benchmark. For full-time adults, average weekly ordinary time earnings are $2,083.70. Multiplied by 52 weeks, that gives an annual figure of about $108,352. This is the 'line' against which all salaries on this site are measured. It is an average, not a median, so it can be pulled up by high earners.

For context, the full-time median salary is lower: about $90,532 per year (ABS Employee Earnings, August 2025). The all-employees median (including part-time and casual workers) is about $74,100. These figures help show the distribution of earnings across the workforce.

Where Matt Shirvington's Pay Might Sit

Without a published figure, we can only speculate based on industry norms. Matt Shirvington has worked as a presenter on programs such as Sunrise and The Morning Show on Channel 7. On-air talent at major networks can earn well above the national average, especially for high-profile roles. However, salaries vary widely depending on experience, contract terms, and the specific program.

If his pay is typical for a mid-to-senior TV presenter, it could easily exceed $150,000–$200,000 per year, placing it well above the $108,352 line. On the other hand, if he works in a less prominent role or part-time, it might be closer to the average. Without official data, we cannot confirm.

What Moves Pay Above or Below the Average

Several factors determine whether a salary sits above or below the national full-time average:

  • Industry: The ABS reports that full-time average weekly ordinary time earnings vary by industry. For example, education and training averages $2,197.90 per week ($114,291 annually), while arts and recreation services averages $1,877.40 ($97,625). Media and telecommunications is not separately listed but often falls under 'information media and telecommunications', which tends to be above average.
  • Location: State averages differ significantly. The highest is the ACT at about $119,090, while Tasmania is lowest at about $96,008. States and territories provides a full breakdown.
  • Public vs private sector: Public sector full-time ordinary time earnings average $2,263.10 per week ($117,681), compared to $2,034.10 ($105,773) in the private sector.
  • Gender: Men's full-time average ordinary time earnings are about $113,412; women's are about $100,594. This gap reflects occupational and industry differences.
  • Minimum wage floor: The national minimum wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, or $1,004.90 per week ($52,255 annually on a 38-hour week). Award minimums rose by 4.75% from that date. No full-time worker should earn less than this, but many earn more.

How to Compare Your Own Salary

If you want to see where your pay sits against the national average, you can Place a salary on the line using our tool. It accepts a yearly salary before tax and shows the weekly and hourly equivalents (based on a 38-hour week), plus the distance from the $108,352 line. The tool also references the full-time median and the minimum wage for context.

Conclusion

Matt Shirvington's salary is not publicly available, so a definitive comparison to the national full-time average is impossible. However, based on his career as a TV presenter, it is likely above the $108,352 line. The ABS data provides a robust benchmark for understanding typical earnings in Australia, and our site helps you see where any salary stands relative to that benchmark.

For more on how the figures are calculated, see How the figures are set.

Questions

What is the national full-time average salary in Australia?

According to the ABS Average Weekly Earnings, May 2026, the national full-time adult average weekly ordinary time earnings are $2,083.70, which works out to about $108,352 a year (multiplied by 52). This is the figure used as the 'line' on Average Line.

How does Matt Shirvington's salary compare to the average?

Matt Shirvington's salary is not publicly disclosed. As a former athlete and TV presenter, his earnings could be above the average if he holds a senior on-air role, but without a published figure, a direct comparison cannot be made. The ABS average provides a benchmark for typical full-time earnings.

What factors could move a salary above or below the national average?

Factors include industry, occupation, experience, location, and whether the role is in the public or private sector. For example, full-time workers in the ACT average about $119,090, while those in Tasmania average about $96,008. The national minimum wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, or about $52,255 a year on a 38-hour week.

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