The Federal Government has announced a $1.2bn extension of the Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements scheme target of 100,000 new starters. This gives employers 50 percent wage subsidy for apprentices or trainees hired between October 2020 and 30 September 2021 for up to 12 months. The demand-driven program is expected to boost staff hire and retention for small businesses by allowing them to claim… Read more »