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New Government visa scheme for seasonal workers welcomed by business sector

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Thu, 15 Aug 2024, 8:01pm
Immigration Minister Erica Stanford visited Hawke's Bay with Tukituki MP Catherine Wedd in March to discuss the RSE scheme. Photo / Catherine Wedd
Immigration Minister Erica Stanford visited Hawke's Bay with Tukituki MP Catherine Wedd in March to discuss the RSE scheme. Photo / Catherine Wedd

New Government visa scheme for seasonal workers welcomed by business sector

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Thu, 15 Aug 2024, 8:01pm

The Government has announced a new immigration pathway for essential seasonal workers.

It has created a new subcategory of the Specific Purpose Work Visa - to help employers in upcoming seasonal peaks.

Roles must pay at least $29.66 per hour, and offer at least 30 hours each week.

EMA's Alan McDonald says these changes will be welcomed by the business sector.

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