New JobKeeper 1 July Test Date Means You Need to Reassess Your Employee Eligibility — Act NOW
20/08/2020 | Allan HallUnder the new 1 July employee eligibility test date for the JobKeeper Payment, employers MUST provide the employee eligibility notice form(s) NOW to all new eligible employees that are now entitled to receive JobKeeper.
Read moreHigh Court Decision Overruled: Paid Personal Leave Anomaly
18/08/2020 | Allan HallOn Thursday 13 August the High Court delivered a long awaited judgment, which clarifies the way in which personal/carer’s leave accrues and can be taken by part time workers. The High Court Decision By majority, the High Court overruled the previous Federal Court decision (handed down in August last year in relation to Mondelez Australia […]
Read moreSME Loan Guarantee Scheme Extension
18/08/2020 | Allan HallThe Coronavirus Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Loan Guarantee Scheme is now extended to 30 June 2021, with the aim to provide further support to small and medium-sized businesses that have been affected by the economic impacts of COVID-19.
Read moreWhat is the Super Guarantee Amnesty?
17/08/2020 | Allan HallDue to the economic impacts of COVID-19, a Superannuation Guarantee Amnesty has been introduced to provide a one-off opportunity for employers to pay superannuation payments that are owed - penalty free!
Read moreHome Loan Interest Rates: Are you Receiving the Best Rate Possible?
14/08/2020 | Allan HallAre you receiving the best rate possible for your home loan? Below we provide you with a snapshot of the current (and best) interest rates from seven major lenders. Now is a great time to check up on any home loans you may have to ensure you are receiving the best rate possible to help […]
Read moreJobKeeper Payment Scheme: Eligibility Changes Announced
12/08/2020 | Allan HallOn Tuesday the 21st of July the Australian Government announced a proposed extension of the JobKeeper Payment Scheme from 28th September 2020 until 28th March 2021. As of the 3rd of August 2020, two further changes were implemented by the government to ease JobKeeper eligibility criteria. The two important changes announced are in relation to: […]
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