Though I agree with the views of Mr.John, who is having all interest in EPF & ESI ACTS ,even though not applicable in Austrlia,but I must appreciate the efforts of Mr. Arun Lokhande, who has given all the details in a simpler form.
However, I will advise that it will be wise to always browse the official web-sites of EPFO & ESIC for latest developments in their Acts & Schemes. Only in case anything is not clear, may be raised in these coloumns for seeking clarifications/clearing doubts.
Chandok,
RPFC (Retd.)
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