On 26 March 2021 the Fair Work Amendment (Supporting Australia’s Jobs and Economic Recovery) Bill 2021, which deals with changes to casual employment, received royal assent. The Bill comes into effect from 27 March 2021 and has a number of implications for employers that employ casual staff. The main changes Read more…
The Broome Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCI) confirms that many of our local businesses are unable to fulfil their workforce needs to meet current demand, despite the state and federal government strategies and initiatives implemented during and post COVID-19. For example, 77% of responding businesses have significant concerns that Read more…
The currently situation the Kimberley region is facing is severe due to a mass exodus of backpackers and seasonal workers from the region, is dire, and is forcing many local business to operate a limited capacity and even ceasing operation. This is mainly due to interstate border, restricted visa requirements Read more…