In this episode, we are joined by Alana Giddy, Head of HR for Employment Innovations to talk about the new Stage 4 restrictions in Melbourne and changes to JobKeeper 2.0.

We discuss the new rules relating to which businesses can remain open and mandatory requirements regarding worker permits and COVID Safe Plans. We also explore the change in eligibility rules for JobKeeper 2.0 and the fact that the scheme will now cover employees employed on 1 July 2020.

Links to the resources mentioned in the podcast:

- Permitted Worker Scheme (incl. Template Worker Permit); https://www.business.vic.gov.au/disputes-disasters-and-succession-planning/coronavirus-covid-19/permitted-worker-scheme

-Creating a COVID Safe Plan; https://www.business.vic.gov.au/disputes-disasters-and-succession-planning/covid-safe-business/creating-a-covid-safe-workplace

- Business Support Fund; https://www.business.vic.gov.au/support-for-your-business/grants-and-assistance/business-support-package/business-support-fund

- Financial support for employees; https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/covid-19-worker-support-payment

- Paid pandemic leave for aged care workers; https://www.eilegal.com.au/blog-news/paid-pandemic-leave-introduced-for-aged-care-workers/

- Employment Innovations' COVID-19 Resources; https://hubs.ly/H0tr1Dy0

Book your free 30 minute 1:1 HR Consultation with an expert from Employment Innovations; https://hubs.ly/H0tr18k0

Need advice on the Stage 4 Restrictions in Melbourne, the changes to JobKeeper 2.0 or have feedback on the podcast? Please contact our team at [email protected].