Incentives Articles

ABL Apprenticeships Centre Federal Budget Overview 2011-12

11 May 2011

Last night the Federal Government delivered its 2011-12 budget.  The key initiatives relating to Australian Apprenticeships are as follows: $101 million Australian Apprenticeships Mentoring Package – will support apprentice candidates in choosing the right trade for them, and provide targeted mentoring and assistance that will help them successfully progress through their apprenticeship. Key providers and [...]

Cessation of the Innovation Commencement

8 April 2010

The Innovation Commencement Incentive ceased on 12 May 2010.
Australian Apprentices who commence on or after 12 May 2010 will not be eligible to attract the Innovation Commencement Incentive for their employer.

More incentives needed to support trade apprenticeship employment

23 October 2009

Government needs to do more to reduce the burden on business associated with taking on an apprentice, according to a policy submission by the NSW Business Chamber.
Prior to the economic downturn, NSW faced a significant shortage of skilled workers in many sectors. Even with a decline in skilled vacancies following the economic downturn, many tradespeople are aging and expect to retire or move on in the next few years.

Budget — new incentives for employers

24 July 2009

The 2009 budget includes a $3.8 billion investment over four years to encourage employers to take on and retain Australian Apprentices.

The Government aims to protect Australia’s skills base and maintain the flow of fully qualified tradespeople, needed to support economic growth as we emerge from the downturn.

Incentives & help for employers

23 June 2009

Eligibility for the $4,000 incentive payments has broadened to include all Diploma and Advanced Diploma level qualifications subject to availability.