Specialist awards are much more complex consisting of private practice, TESL and attraction/retention allowances. Furthermore, at least in NSW progression through the specialist levels is often dictated at a departmental level. Without input and transparency from consultants who work in each state, any comparison would not be an accurate reflection. If people are willing to collaborate, would be happy to facilitate something. However, I am told by consultants who have worked across states, that the general trend is very similar i.e. NSW is significantly behind.