In defence of JobMaker, the replacement for JobKeeper: not perfect, but much to like
- Written by Peter Davidson, Adjunct Senior Lecturer, UNSW
There’s a lot to like about the JobMaker Hiring Credit announced in the budget.
As lockdowns ease, it’s logical to cautiously move from protecting jobs in struggling sectors to generating new jobs in growing ones.
For the next year, employers who take on a new worker who has been on JobSeeker or a related benefit will receive A$200 per week for up to 12 months if the worker is aged 16 to 29 years, or $100 per week if aged 30 to 35 years.
Authors: Peter Davidson, Adjunct Senior Lecturer, UNSW