Grower News
Grower News
Agriculture Victoria has launched the Traceability Information Hub!
The first of its kind, the Hub provides agribusinesses with information about traceability practices (including webinars, videos, podcasts and practical tools). The Hub provides a central, online...
Fair Work Ombudsman- Secure Jobs, Better Pay: Changes to Australian workplace laws
Secure Jobs, Better Pay: Changes to Australian workplace lawsThe Australian Government has passed the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022. This legislation introduces...
Labour Hire Authority update- New agriculture and horticulture program – ‘Smarter, Safer Farms’, Changes to hosts’ duties under the OHS Act to labour hire workers, & LHA in 2023
New agriculture and horticulture program – ‘Smarter, Safer Farms’ Providers, hosts, and workers in the agriculture and horticulture industry should be aware of a new initiative from Agriculture...
Worksafe Victoria- Are you employing workers from the Pacific Islands, or do you know someone who is?
Are you employing workers from the Pacific Islands, or do you know someone who is? Seasonal workers can face unique risks on farms, so Victoria’s Pacific Island community has worked with us to...
Fair Work Ombudsman Useful links
New paid family and domestic violence leave entitlement Secure Jobs, Better Pay Bill How can my business prevent sexual harassment? Hiring holiday employees? Be aware of important changes to super Rules...
Japanese Encephalitis vaccine eligibility
The JE vaccine is now available for anyone aged two months or older who lives or works in any of the high-risk local government areas (listed below) AND: Spend significant time outdoors (four or...