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- Wondering if your contractor has registered? You can find that you have lodged an application on the Labour Hire Authority website. If the application is still being considered and a decision has not been made by 29 October 2019 then the contractor may continue to operate until a decision is made on their licence.
- The Labour Hire Authority website provides a range of scope scenarios to help give you an idea of what is and is not labour hire. These scenarios have been developed in response to your feedback and will be progressively updated. To find out the general definition of Labour Hire – click here.
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Events
The Authority has delivered over 95 information sessions and forums across Victoria to help providers and hosts understand their obligations.
These sessions have involved a range of industries such as security, cleaning, meat processing, fruit and vegetable harvesting and processing, vocational training, finance, consulting and IT, healthcare, manufacturing, accommodation, construction and transport.
Scheduled information sessions
- Friday, 20 September 2019 from 3:00pm, Melbourne CBD
- Thursday 26 September 2019 at 1:30pm, Melbourne CBD
More sessions will be added.
Click here to visit the Labour Hire Authority website and register for upcoming events.
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On-Farm Infrastructure Support Grant continue to be available until funds are expended.
Grants of up to $5,000 are available to eligible farm businesses in Central and East Gippsland and Northern and North West Victoria. Eligible farm businesses are required to provide at least dollar for dollar matching funding co-contribution.
The grants will assist farm businesses implement on-farm infrastructure that improves drought management and preparedness.
Full details are availble on the Agriculture Victoria website - Link to more information
or to download guidelines and application form - Guidelines downloadand Application Form download
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Dates of Interest
Small Business Bus
2-4 December 2019
Whether you're planning, starting or growing your business, the Victorian Government's Small Business Bus can help you to develop your business ideas and capabilities. Free business mentoring on board the Small Business Bus is available from an experienced professional. Delivered by mentors from the Small Business Mentoring Service (SBMS), free 45-minute sessions are available from 10am until 4pm and can be tailored to address the specific needs of your business. Bookings are essential.
For more information on dates/times/locations or to register, please click here.
ATO Workshops for Small Business - Eastern region
18 September- 27 November 2019
The ATO is committed to delivering a better client experience for small business. The workshops will help you access the right information, at the right time, in the right way. Building strong relationships is an important part of this commitment.
For more information on dates/times/locations or to register, please click here.
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Rebates are available for devices or vehicles purchased on, or after 22 July 2016 and up to 31 August 2019. Farmers are able to lodge applications to claim the rebate from October 1, 2016 until 30 September 2019.
The rebate is available to farmers who:
- Live and operate a business in Victoria
- Have no more than 19 full-time employees
- Own a quad bike for work purposes
- Have farming as their main source of income.
- Farmers who are owner-operators with no employees are eligible to apply.
Join VCA: complete the Membership application form
and return it to: VCA Secretary, PO Box 612, Mooroopna, 3629
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