BONUSES FOR APPRENTICES IN NT

The Northern Territory Government has further financial incentives available to encourage businesses to take on apprentices and trainees. The Training Minister Paul Henderson said $1 million in incentives was now available to local employers. Businesses that employ trainees or apprentices from disadvantaged groups will also be eligible for a $2000 financial incentive. This includes people with a disability and Indigenous Territorians. Apprentices and trainees are also eligibale for the Workwear/Workgear bonus - a one-off payment for apprentices/trainees after they have been employed for 3 months. $300 is paid to registered apprentices or trainees; those in skill shortage areas receive $1000.