The Minimum Wage Panel on 30 May 2019 handed down its minimum wage decision for 2019. From the first pay period commencing on or after 1 July 2019, the National Minimum Wage will increase to $740.80 per week, or $19.49 per hour.
When it comes to international trade, Australian sheepmeat and wool exports are benefiting most from Australia’s relationship with China. However, with the first importation of foreign wheat in a decade thanks to drought, grain and cattle exports have a longer road ahead and serious competition. Read why in our latest Farming on the Front Foot update.
From 1 July this year, Single Touch Payroll (STP) will apply to all employers in Australia. Following months of development by Xero, they’ve announced the launch of Payroll Only plan to assist small businesses with STP. See if it can help you.
The 2019-20 Federal Budget is designed to showcase the return to surplus (and by default the Government’s economic credentials) and engage voters with initiatives to make them feel like they are more prosperous. A massive infrastructure spend adds to this sentiment.
Employers are increasingly being subjected to a rolling series of audits by the ATO when they slip behind on their SG obligations, as the Tax Office has now taken a harder line on non-compliance.
Thanks to all of our fabulous supporters for your continued support of Australian farmers, east and west, north and south facing challenges on the land, through 2018’s Buy a Bale of Hay fundraising efforts.
Managing your business cash flow over the holiday period December is usually the busiest time of the year for retail and hospitality businesses. But businesses in other sectors often find that their sales slow down and their customers stop paying them for a few months. So cash flow dries up. Whether your business is large…
Super provides income for your workers in retirement Here’s how to run a quick check of your super obligations to make sure you’ve got everything sorted. 1. Check you’re paying super to all eligible workers. Some contractors may be entitled to super. 2. Check you’re paying the right amount. Currently, you…
