Victorian government recognises National Skills Week by imposing more red tape on employers
The HIA has condemned the Victorian Government for advancing new legislation during National Skills Week that would impose additional red tape on employers in the trades sector.
What new red tape is the Victorian government imposing on trades employers?
Builders, plumbers, electricians and other trades employers in VIC may face increased compliance burdens, adding time and cost to running their businesses.
Key takeaways
- The Victorian Government is progressing new legislation that HIA says adds unnecessary red tape for employers.
- The timing during National Skills Week has drawn sharp criticism from the Housing Industry Association.
- Trades employers in Victoria could face higher compliance costs if the legislation passes.
- HIA has formally condemned the move, signalling likely industry pushback as the bill proceeds.
Related
Regional housing must be a top priority for Victoria's next Government
HIA is hosting a regional housing roundtable in Ballarat, bringing together industry and policymakers to push regional housing up Victoria's political agenda ahead of the next state election.
Why it matters: Builders, plumbers, and electricians in regional VIC may see policy changes affecting housing project pipelines and workloads in areas outside Melbourne.
Former chief justice chosen to lead Victoria's corruption Royal Commission
A former South Australian chief justice has been appointed to lead Victoria's Royal Commission into the Big Build infrastructure program, valued at over $100 billion.
Why it matters: Builders and tradespeople working on Victorian government infrastructure projects may face scrutiny of contracts, procurement, and workplace practices.
Government's plans on WFH legislation show there's been no reset in relationship
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll met with employer groups to discuss amendments to work-from-home legislation currently before Parliament. No further details on the proposed changes were provided in the article.
Why it matters: Builders and trade business owners in VIC may be affected if WFH laws change employee flexibility obligations or workplace arrangements.