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How to apply for a WRP Funding Review

01.08.25 04:57 PM - Comment(s)
How to apply for a WRP Funding Review

As more providers begin to receive the Worker Retention Payment (WRP), some are finding that the grant is not covering the cost of implementing the pay rise in their workplace.

 

If you are in this position, you may be eligible to apply for a funding review from the department.

 

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Back Pay obligations - MEA and IFAs 

20.06.25 01:50 PM - Comment(s)
Back Pay obligations - MEA and IFAs 

Understanding Back Pay in the WRP Context
The Worker Retention Payment (WRP) Grant funding can be backdated to 2 December 2024 for eligible providers who submit an application by 30 September 2025

This means that eligible employees may be entitled to backpay once their employer receives WRP f...

New deadline for WRP applications with back payment eligibility

16.06.25 03:08 PM - Comment(s)
New deadline for WRP applications with back payment eligibility

We have some good news for those service providers who have not yet applied for the Worker Retention Payment (WRP)...

Processing times of Worker Retention Payment (WRP) applications

29.05.25 02:16 PM - Comment(s)
Processing times of Worker Retention Payment (WRP) applications

The Department of Education has reported that approximately 65% of approved providers have applied for the Worker ...

Understanding your Worker Retention Payments

06.05.25 10:20 AM - Comment(s)
Understanding your Worker Retention Payments

If you have applied and your service has been approved to receive the Worker Retention Payment (WRP), it's important to understand the frequency and breakdown of the money you can expect to receive through the grant.


1/ Historical Leave Liabilities
Once approved for the WRP, the first payment you ...

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