Government & Compliance updates affecting Australian Business

HomeBuilder stimulus: A lifeline for tradies

4th Jun, 2020 |
By Benjamin Kluwgant

The Morrison Government has announced its fourth stimulus package, which will offer tailored assistance to the construction industry and is set to send thousands of tradies back to work.

JobMaker: PM sketches out plan for post-pandemic economic revival

27th May, 2020 |
By Benjamin Kluwgant

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced plans to rehabilitate Australia’s pandemic-stricken economy through a scheme that will address key areas that are ripe for reforms.

Understanding leave entitlements and what constitutes ‘casual’ work

26th May, 2020 |
By Benjamin Kluwgant

The Australian Federal Court has ruled that employees classified as casual but who work regular and predictable hours are in fact permanent workers

JobKeeper FAQ: GST Turnover Test and more

25th May, 2020 |
By Amanda Hoffman

The initial rush to apply for JobKeeper is over, plenty of business owners remain unclear about how to continue quaifying for ongoing payments from the ATO.

Hospitality business owners first to benefit from eased restrictions

8th May, 2020 |
By MYOB Team

A 3-step approach to easing restrictions, with the first winners in the hospitality sector. But not for all cafe owners and restaurateurs. Find out why.

Research: SMEs ‘very concerned’ about business survival

28th Apr, 2020 |
By Nina Hendy

SME business sentiment research reveals concerns about survival across the country as the impact of COVID-19 pushes us towards recession.

Rent relief for Australian small businesses

21st Apr, 2020 |
By Benjamin Kluwgant

If you’re a small business owner in need of rental assistance, here’s what you need to know about available rent relief across Australia.

ATO encourages businesses to prepare for JobKeeper

16th Apr, 2020 |
By Campbell Phillips

Eligible employers need to take steps now if they’re to receive the first round of JobKeeper payments, which are due to begin being paid by the ATO from the first week of May 2020.

JobKeeper passes Parliament, businesses urged to apply with care

9th Apr, 2020 |
By Patrick Stafford

The Government’s $130 billion JobKeeper passed both houses of Parliament and is awaiting royal assent, but business owners are being urged to take care in how they proceed.