There has been an extremely positive response, from both cherry growers and industry stakeholders alike, to the July launch of CGA’s proposed restructure and the roll out of the industry pledge.
Behind the scenes, CGA has been working hard to make sure plans are in place to enable transition of the organisation, once industry support is certain. CGA is not far off from being able to take those first steps.
CGA is asking you to please consider the information contained in the ‘Restructure Proposal’ and if you haven’t done so already to complete and return a pledge form.
The new structure aims to create a more inclusive and equitable platform for all cherry growers to have input into CGA’s focus and activities ensuring, with the support of a skills-based board and increased resourcing for staffing:
CGA’s end game is to support a thriving and sustainable Australian cherry industry!
WorkSafe's Health and Safety Month is packed with face-to-face and online opportunities to connect, learn and share.
Throughout October, WorkSafe there will be 25 in-person events and 15 webinars.
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REMINDER: changes to workplace laws start 26 August 2024. Closing Loopholes
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$41M to spur development of new fruit and nut varieties - Growers and plant scientists are working together on a new $41M tree crop program to accelerate the development of new almond, apple, citrus, macadamia and mango varieties to be enjoyed by consumers in Australia and abroad. Hort Innovation Media Release
Palm Scheme Guidelines Update – Minimum Hours Setting
Earlier this year, the Australian Government extended the transition period for minimum hours settings for short term workers until 30 June 2025. As of 01 July 2024, employers of short term workers will be required to offer 120 hours of work over 4 weeks. If employers can’t meet this requirement, they much pay workers’ wages equivalent to 120 hours over 4 weeks.
The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) has now published updated PALM scheme guidelines to reflect this change and also provided a factsheet which explains a PALM scheme employers requirement to offer the minimum net pay guarantee and minimum hour requirements to all PALM scheme workers
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