UPDATE: Australia Post’s latest report reveals a staggering increase in executive salaries and bonuses, igniting outrage as the company cuts services. Released on November 5, 2025, the 2025 Annual Report shows executive wages have surged to $7.8 million, a shocking 34 percent increase.
Even more alarming, executive bonuses have skyrocketed by 95 percent, reaching a total of $6.8 million, despite the company failing to meet half of its profit target of $42 million. This comes as Australia Post has reduced mail delivery to just twice a week, closed several post offices, and raised stamp prices.
Shadow Minister for Communications, Melissa McIntosh, stated, “We’ve seen job cuts, price increases, and reduced mail delivery, but eight executives have taken home a whopping $6.8 million in bonuses on top of their $7.8 million in salaries.” McIntosh emphasized that these increases are unacceptable during a time when Australians are grappling with a significant cost-of-living crisis.
Dr. Anne Webster, Shadow Minister for Regional Communications, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the disconnect between executive compensation and the services Australians are receiving. “Australians will rightly be angered by high executive salaries and another round of juicy bonuses,” she said. “These salaries appear to be way out of kilter with what is paid in similar size ASX200 companies.”
The report comes as the historic Yass Post Office remains obscured by scaffolding, long overdue for necessary repairs. This raises further questions about Australia Post’s priorities as they focus on enriching their executives rather than enhancing service for the public.
Shadow Assistant Minister for Communications, Aaron Violi, challenged Labor ministers on their previous stance regarding executive bonuses, reminding them of past criticism. “In 2021, the then Labor Shadow Minister for Communications said, ‘Australia Post bonuses were nothing short of a slap in the face to the Australian taxpayer.’ Does the current Minister stand by this position today?”
As Australia Post continues to face scrutiny, the public is left questioning whether they are receiving value for their money. “If there’s extra money floating around Australia Post, it should be put towards more effective core business operations and providing an even better postal service for Australians,” McIntosh asserted.
This urgent situation highlights a growing discontent among Australians who expect fair services from government enterprises, especially during challenging economic times. With executive pay soaring while essential services dwindle, it remains to be seen how Australia Post will respond to this mounting pressure from both the public and political figures.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
