Grower News
Grower News
Worksafe: 15 Minute Farm Safety Check
Farms are one of our most dangerous workplaces. While some farm risks are obvious, some are not. This quick farm safety checklist will help identify how safe your farm is, and what you can do to...
GOTAFE: Last Chance for 2019 Courses
If you are considering training for staff for the remainder of 2019, GOTAFE have the following courses available for the remainder of 2019: If you would like to secure a place in any of the courses...
Grants, links and useful resources
Grants On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Support Grants The Victorian Government has now established the On-Farm Drought Infrastructure Support Grants. Grants of up to $5,000 (ex GST) are available to...
ATO releases single touch payroll guide for agricultural employers
AGRICULTURAL employers have been granted new options by the Australian Taxation Office to move toward a single touch payroll system. Although the 30 September deadline for small employers (19 or...
FWO: Changes to Public Holiday substitution rules
On 4 October 2019, terms allowing an employer to unilaterally substitute a public holiday or substitute a public holiday with agreement from the majority of their staff will be removed from awards that...