Hi Lulu2, I used to be in a management position in a large pathology practice in NSW before I became a Mummy and I was paid $67500 plus expenses plus super. That was 18 months ago so it would be more now as I would get at least a 5% pay increase each year. I 'm not sure what the lab award rates are as I haven't actually been on the lab award rates for some time but in my experience in a management role award rates don't really count as you can usually negotiate your wage based on qualifications, responsibilities and experience.

Hope this helps.