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Revamped Buy Local Policy 2020 launched
The Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI) reports: The revised WA Buy Local Policy 2020 was announced on 3 July. The policy formalises the ability to amend prescribed distances in regional price preferences. The Policy will help stimulate regional economies and create jobs for people in regional WA, ensuring State Government agencies give…
Read MoreMining truck painted pink for breast cancer
Yancoal Australia’s Premier Coal operation is digging deep and gone pink for breast cancer awareness by painting a haul truck tray bright pink. With a few people at the mine watching family go through cancer treatment and an employee recently diagnosed, this new paint job is a sign of Premier Coal’s drive to raise awareness…
Read MoreExpanded eligibility for job seeker payment for sole traders
Eligible sole traders will be granted access to the job seeker allowance, which now includes an additional coronavirus supplement of $550 per fortnight for the next six months. The standard waiting periods and asset tests will be waived to allow quicker access to these payments. Individuals will still be able to keep operating their businesses and…
Read MoreJob Keeper Payment
Simplified video explanation to let you know if your eligible click here. Businesses impacted by the coronavirus (their turnover will be reduced by more than 30 per cent relative to a comparable period a year ago (of at least a month)) will be able to access a subsidy from the Government to continue paying their…
Read MoreCash flow payment for employers
Eligible small businesses that withhold income tax from employee salaries and wages and pay it to the Australian Taxation Office can receive a payment equal to 100 per cent of the amount withheld, up to a maximum payment of $50,000. A minimum payment of $10,000 may be available to businesses that pay wages but are…
Read MorePhase 6
Next phases Depending on infection rates locally, Phase 5 is planned to be introduced on Saturday, July 18 (effective from 11.59pm Friday, July 17) and will result in the removal of the 2sqm rule. It is also expected to see the removal of all gathering restrictions, other COVID-related rules introduced by the State Government and…
Read MorePhase 5
Next phases Depending on infection rates locally, Phase 5 is planned to be introduced on Saturday, July 18 (effective from 11.59pm Friday, July 17) and will result in the removal of the 2sqm rule. It is also expected to see the removal of all gathering restrictions, other COVID-related rules introduced by the State Government and…
Read MorePhase 4
Phase 4 27 June 2020 Western Australia’s COVID-19 restrictions will be relaxed even further, as WA’s roadmap is updated to complete the removal of all restrictions. Due to the world-leading response to COVID in WA, Phase 4 will start on Saturday, June 27 (11.59pm Friday, June 26) and will result in: All existing gathering limits…
Read MorePhase 3
Phase 3 6 June 2020 The number of people at non-work gatherings has increased, and additional businesses can reopen. The 4 square metre rule has been revised to 2 square metres per person for all WA venues. Physical distancing, good hygiene and the 2 square metre rule apply to all activities permitted in Phase 3.…
Read MorePhase 2
Phase 2 18 May 2020 Physical distancing, good hygiene and the 4 square metre rule apply to all activities. indoor and outdoor non-work gatherings of up to 20 people cafés and restaurants with meal service permitted to open, including within pubs, bars, clubs, hotels and casino, with a 20 patron limit weddings and funerals up…
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