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Payday super: what could it mean for your small business?
Back in 2023, the Australian Government announced that from 1 July 2026, employers will be required to pay their employees’ super at the...
May 202 min read
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Christmas bonuses and other festive payroll matters
Wanting to acknowledge the hard work of your employees this year? Make sure you report Christmas bonuses and other one-off payments...
Dec 27, 20242 min read
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Do you know the rules and entitlements during the end-of-year holiday season?
As we head into the summer holiday period, is your business up to speed with your rights and obligations? It can be confusing to...
Dec 21, 20232 min read
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How much should you pay yourself?
Being the boss means you get to make all the big decisions about your business – including how much to pay yourself in wages, salary or...
Dec 5, 20232 min read
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Top tips for the company Christmas party.
Company Christmas parties are things of legend. Everyone knows the stories about employees that took the opportunity to let their hair...
Nov 27, 20231 min read
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Your business may be selected for ATO’s PAYG withholding compliance test.
From 1 July 2023, the ATO commenced an activity statement lodgment reminder program wherein 3,000 employers will be randomly selected for...
Oct 12, 20232 min read
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Withdrawing a job offer - What are the rules in Australia?
Withdrawing a job offer comes with serious legal fishhooks, so employers need to understand how to do it safely. This article looks at...
Jul 19, 20231 min read
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The true cost of a new employee
Not paying enough can be surprisingly expensive – the cost of replacing an employee can be much higher than providing a reasonable salary...
Jun 22, 20232 min read
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Prepare for Finalising Single Touch Payroll
It’s nearly time to make a finalisation declaration for Single Touch Payroll. There is no need to issue payment summaries to employees...
Jun 22, 20232 min read
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Paid Parental Leave scheme Employer Toolkit
The Employer Toolkit can help employers prepare for their role in the Paid Parental Leave scheme. Source: https://www.servicesaustralia.g...
May 19, 20231 min read
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Paid Parental Leave to be Extended to 26 Weeks by 2026
In an effort to close the gender pay gap, increase women’s workforce participation, and provide families with more flexibility during...
May 8, 20234 min read
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Super Guarantee Matching! It's coming - Be Prepared!!!
If you combine MATS and STP – what do you get? You get better matching of Super Guarantee (SG) payments by the ATO. Member Account...
Apr 18, 20231 min read
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Super Guarantee Rate Rises in July to 11%
In July 2023, the superannuation guarantee statutory rate will rise to 11%. Annually, the rate is increasing by 0.5% until July 2025 when...
Apr 16, 20231 min read
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Do Your Employees Want to Cash Out Annual Leave? Here's the lowdown.
Are your staff asking to cash out annual leave? There are some important rules to remember before paying out annual leave. Firstly, you...
Apr 6, 20232 min read
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Xero Payroll users need to transition to STP phase 2 now
Single Touch Payroll (STP) is a government initiative that requires employers to report their employees' tax and superannuation...
Feb 26, 20231 min read
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How staff training expands the skill-set of your business
Spending time and money on staff training is a must. When your employees can see that you're invested in their future, they feel valued,...
Feb 26, 20232 min read
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New legislation: 10 days paid family and domestic violence leave commences on 1 Feb 2023
From 1 Feb 2023, full-time, part-time and casual employees are entitled to 10 days’ paid family and domestic violence leave. This applies...
Feb 2, 20231 min read
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Superannuation for Young People
Start learning about superannuation strategies when you're young, and you’ll be better off in retirement. Talk to us about how to start...
Jan 26, 20232 min read
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Providing benefits to employees for electric cars?
As an employer, you previously needed to pay FBT on electric cars provided to your employees. From 1Â July 2022, you will now be exempt...
Jan 25, 20231 min read
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The four-day week is gaining momentum – could it boost your business?
Evidence is mounting for the success of the four-day week – high productivity, happier team members and lower overheads. But there are...
Jan 24, 20232 min read
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