Government programs and initiatives
Below are just some of the government programs and initiatives that tie in with the Melbourne East RDA’s work and may be of interest.
Australian Government
| Program Name | Description | Website |
|---|---|---|
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Australian Apprenticeships |
Information on apprenticeships and traineeships for employers, job seekers, students and careers advisors | australianapprenticeships.gov.au |
| Australian Jobs | A publication providing up-to-date information about jobs, including a guide to the occupations and industries in which Australians work and information on regional labour market levels. | deewr.gov.au/australian-jobs-publication |
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Australian JobSearch |
A free online job board where employers can advertise job vacancies and search for suitable staff. | jobsearch.gov.au |
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Enterprise Connect |
Provides support to small business with acquiring knowledge, tools and expertise to improve
productivity. |
enterpriseconnect.gov.au |
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GrantsLINK |
Makes it easier to find suitable and relevant grants for community projects from the many Australian government grants that are available. | grantslink.gov.au |
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Industry Capability Network |
Introduces companies to the supply chains of major projects and helps project managers to identify competitive local suppliers. | icnvic.org.au |
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JobAccess |
Provides help and workplace solutions for the employment of people with disability | jobaccess.gov.au/Home/Home.aspx |
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Job Guide |
Helps young people (Year 10) make subject choices and explore career options. It provides information about a range of occupations and possible education and training pathways. | jobguide.deewr.gov.au |
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Job Services Australia |
The Australian Government’s national employment services system. It provides people with one-on-one assistance and tailored employment services. | deewr.gov.au/job-services-australia-jsa |
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myfuture |
Provides information on career planning and education, and training options for Australian jobs. | www.myfuture.edu.au |
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Skills Australia |
An independent statutory body that provides advice to the Minister for Education, Employment and Workplace Relations on Australia’s current, emerging and future workforce skills needs and workforce development needs. | skillsaustralia.gov.au |
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SkillsInfo |
Provides comprehensive data on industry employment trends and industry prospects in Australia. | skillsinfo.gov.au |
Victorian Government
| Program Name | Description | Website |
|---|---|---|
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Business Victoria |
A comprehensive online resource designed to help people start, run and grow a business. It includes information on licences, regulations and taxation, export, and grants and assistance. | business.vic.gov.au |
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Environment and Resource Efficiency Plans (EPA) |
Helps businesses meet climate change and resource scarcity challenges through a range of efficiencies. | epa.vic.gov.au/bus/erep/default.asp |
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Export Connections |
The Victorian Government’s website for businesses that are currently exporting or thinking about exporting. | export.business.vic.gov.au |
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Market Validation Program for SMEs |
Assists businesses to develop innovative products, processes and services focused on meeting the future technology needs of the Victorian public sector. | business.vic.gov.au/industries/science-technology-and-innovation/programs/smart-smes-market-validation-program |
| Small Technologies Industry Uptake | Is a program developed to give Victorian businesses the opportunity to increase their competitiveness by using small technologies in their products, processes and services. | www.business.vic.gov.au/industries/science-technology-and-innovation/programs/technology-voucher-program |
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Sustainability Victoria |
Provides information on a wide range of sustainability issues, including a sustainable manufacturing directory and a list of recycling services. | sustainability.vic.gov.au |
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Victoria Online |
A fast way to find local state and federal government information and services. | vic.gov.au |
