Budget 2022: Here’s what small businesses want — and definitely don’t want — in next week’s federal budget
Half of small business owners and key decision-makers see tax reform as a priority in the budget, joining industry groups calling for significant changes to the taxation system.
Budget 2022: New $2.8 billion funding pledge promises to subsidise apprentice wages in high-demand fields
The federal government has pledged $2.8 billion in funding for an overhauled apprenticeship incentive scheme, promising to grow the ranks of qualified tradespeople by subsidising the wages of select apprentices and trainees.
Budget 2022: Tax reform, the skills shortage, and climate change are key concerns for SMEs and industry groups
MYOB today published a report reflecting the top concerns of the local SME community, one day ahead of the federal budget.
Trade apprenticeships hit all-time high, but Aussie businesses still face a growing skills gap
Aussie businesses are still facing a growing tech talent gap, with small businesses and startups struggling to find skilled staff.
Wage subsidies to be available for second and third year apprentices from October
The federal government will expand its apprenticeship wages subsidies program to cover apprentices in their second and third years.
Budget 2021: Skills in focus with JobTrainer extension and apprenticeships boost
The 2021 federal budget includes a suite of measures designed to address workplace shortages, boost skills levels and get more people back into work.
Vic government launches Apprenticeships Victoria for the construction industry
Under the program, Victorian apprentices and trainees will receive 1,500 opportunities each year for four years to work on some of the state’s largest construction projects.
Apprentice wage subsidies boosted with $1.2 billion extension, ahead of post-JobKeeper support package
Prime Minister Scott Morrison will announce a $1.2 billion extension of the government’s wage subsidy for businesses taking on apprentices.
Report finds 40% of apprentices are not completing training, and outlines national strategy for VET reform
Vocational education has seen a steady decline in the uptake and completion of apprenticeships over the last five years, a new report has found.
NSW budget to allocate $57.4 million to help women and mature workers get trade qualifications
The NSW government will commit $57.4 million in the upcoming state budget to create a new centre to give more women and mature workers access to trades training.
Budget 2020: The government’s $4 billion JobMaker hiring credit for young Australians comes with tight eligibility
The government has introduced a suite of JobMaker wage subsidies to get young people into jobs, but eligibility is on a tight leash.
Real people, not robots: The pandemic is an opportunity to bring back old-fashioned jobs with a new narrative
The reset caused by the pandemic has provided us with a unique opportunity to reconsider the type of jobs we value.
