In line with the second economic response package, the federal government is supporting small business to retain their apprentices and trainees. Wages subsidies will be paid to eligible employers equal to 50% of their apprentices/trainees wages from 1 January 2020 to 30 September 2020. Employers who are eligible will be reimbursed up to a maximum of $21,000 per apprentice/trainee.
Eligibility
Timing
Employers can register for the subsidy from early April 2020. Final claims for payment must be lodged by 31 December 2020. Further information is available at:
For further information on how to apply for the subsidy, including information on eligibility, contact an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) provider.
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