New Video Guide Urges: “Stay Off Your Phone!” for Disability Support Workers”

In a bid to foster greater understanding and empathy among disability support workers, Advocacy WA, in collaboration with VALiD in Victoria, has launched a groundbreaking video titled “Stay Off your Phone!” The 15-minute video sheds light on the expectations of people with disabilities regarding the conduct of their support workers, particularly when navigating community settings.…

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New Funding for Disability Employment Initiatives Announced

In a significant step towards advancing disability employment opportunities, the Minister for Social Services, Amanda Rishworth, has announced a substantial funding injection of $26 million. This allocation will support various initiatives to enhance employment prospects for individuals with high support needs within the disability community.  The funding encompasses several key programs, including the first round…

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Protect Your Hospitality Business: A Guide to Success

As Australia’s hospitality industry continues to navigate challenges ranging from inflation pressures to staff shortages, Brighten Institute Australia (BIA) offers a comprehensive guide to protecting your new venture from potential risks and uncertainties.  The hospitality landscape presents unique risks and uncertainties for entrepreneurs venturing into restaurant and café ownership. From safeguarding physical assets to managing…

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Business NSW Report on Rising Cost of Living Impact

As businesses across Australia grapple with the persistent challenges posed by the rising cost of living, Brighten Institute Australia (BIA), a leading Registered Training Organization (RTO) specializing in business education, stands ready to support professionals with tailored certificate and diploma courses.    The latest report from Business NSW highlights the far-reaching impact of escalating living…

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Aged care wage win sparks training empowerment

Following the groundbreaking decision by the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to grant aged care workers a substantial wage increase of up to 28.5 per cent, Brighten Institute Australia (BIA) reiterates its commitment to empowering the aged care workforce through comprehensive training and certification programs.  The long-awaited victory for aged care workers follows years of advocacy…

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New Regulations – Standard 3.2.2A

As discussed in the ‘Food Safety Supervisor Registered Training Organisation Forum’ on the 24 August 2023, there will be changes made to the Food Standards Code – 3.2.2A Food Safety Management Tools. Food service, caterer and related retail businesses in Australia need to meet new food safety requirements in the from 8 December 2023. Businesses…

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Helping you hire staff for the first time

Do you want to hire someone for your business? We have the resources to help you get it right. Step 1: Hiring employees checklist The Hiring employees checklist will help you meet Australian laws when hiring an employee and step you through the employment process. The Hiring employees checklist will help you: understand all mandatory…

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Don’t pay for government grant information

Government grant information is available free online. You never need to pay for it. When you start to look for government grants to support your business, you may find fraudulent websites and services that claim to provide access to government grants information. It’s important to remember that all available state, territory and federal government grant…

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Apply to become a regulatory food safety auditor

Introduction To become a regulatory food safety auditor, you need to submit an application to the NSW Food Authority. Eligibility You must have completed: a Certificate IV in Food Science and Technology or related field course 40 hours of food microbiology all of the following units: assess compliance with food safety programs communicate and negotiate to conduct…

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