Business SA’s submission supports DAMAs as one mechanism to improve the ability of employers, particularly in Regional South Australia, to access suitably skilled migrants. However, we outline a range of aspects of the existing DAMAs which require improvement to ensure this option can reach its intended outcomes. For example, the existing Greater Adelaide Technology & Innovation DAMA is welcome, but also puts an artificial barrier around growth of high-tech industries in South Australia and may not align with supporting say, regional operations of the Space Industry. Business SA also highlights the practical limitations of high TSMIT thresholds when compared with market wages
Business SA lobbies on behalf of members to ensure the voice of South Australian business is heard and that we achieve the best environment in which to do business. A significant part of that lobbying effort is through written submissions we make to all levels of government and other organisations such as utility companies, either in response to formal reviews of for example, legislation, or proactively where we wish to progress a particular issue not high enough on the government’s agenda. This might include submissions before the State Budget or where say, the government is reviewing options to reduce red-tape. We also make regular submissions to the Fair Work Commission to advocate the interests of our members with respect to Modern Awards and other industrial matters.
Business SA’s policy team relies heavily on member input into our submissions to ensure that we have the most comprehensive and current perspective from members for any position we take on your behalf. So if you are asked to complete a survey, speak with a policy team member on the phone or participate in a member forum, we appreciate your involvement as it all helps to strengthen the case of business.
Date Published: January 2020
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