Year: 2021

As NSW moves in to reopening, it is important to keep in mind, that you could be found negligent if you do not follow the proper procedures for your industry regarding Vaccinations & QR Code check in. Below is an excerpt from the NSW Government stating the requirements of masks, QR Codes and proof of vaccination required for staff & customers. Click here to read through the Roadmap for easing of restrictions as provided by the NSW Government. It is important to be informed about the requirements for your business regarding vaccinations.  If your business is open only to people …

The Australian Taxation Office is offering additional support to help businesses during this difficult time. Lodgement & Payment Super Payments By law The Australian taxation Office is unable to vary or change the contribution due date or waive the super guarantee charge. If you lodge your Superannuation guarantee charge statement to The Australian Taxation Office within one month of the quarterly due date, you can avoid penalties.  If you cannot pay the full amount there are payment options available to you including setting up a payment plan. For further information please see the following links: Super for employers – Employers affected by …

From the 1st of November 2021 if you have a new employee who does not choose a super fund you may need to request their ‘stapled super fund’ details from The Australian Taxation Office. What you need to Know You may need to submit a request for ‘stapled super fund’ details if the following apply: The new employee starts on or after 1st November 2021 Super Guarantee payments need to be made for that employee The employee is eligible to choose a super fund but does not. You may need to request stapled super fund details from some employees even …

A one off support payment is available to eligible workers who reside anywhere is NSW when they are required to take a COVID 19 test and isolate immediately. To be found eligible for the $320 one off payment you must: Be 17yrs old or older; Taken a COVID 19 test (nose & throat swabs known as PCR tests). As of 9th of September 2021 all residents of NSW are able to access the grant if they meet eligibility criteria; Have needed to self isolate after your COVID 19 test, or be the carer or guardian for someone who needed to …

As per an announcement that was released LAST Friday (10/9/21), the NSW government has introduced a requirement to fortnightly reconfirm your eligibility for the JobSaver payment. These changes are unexpected and may impact your ability to receive future JobSaver payments. This requirement will commence for the fortnight 30/8/21 – 11/9/21 and will include the following: Confirming that your business has maintained the employee headcount as per your initial application That your business has continued to experience a 30% decline in turnover. Your turnover from 30/08/2021 – 11/09/2021 will need to be provided and this will be checked against the turnover …

This article is supplied courtesy of Kells Your Lawyers https://www.kells.com.au/insights/wills/what-is-a-statement-of-wishes/ A Statement of Wishes, also known as a Letter or Memorandum of Wishes, can be a very valuable addition to estate planning and communicating with loved ones after death. A Statement of Wishes is not legally binding, rather it is an informal and private document that accompanies your Will. The Statement of Wishes can be updated as you need, without having to change your Will. A Statement of Wishes can help guide and assist your executors when the time comes to administer your estate and can be very beneficial. It …

This article was supplied courtesy of Kells Your Lawyers https://www.kells.com.au/insights/business/back-to-the-future-electronic-execution-of-company-documents-possible-again/ Introduction On 10 August 2021, the Federal Government passed the Treasury Laws Amendment (2021 Measures No.1) Bill 2021 (the Bill), enabling the electronic execution and split execution of company documents under section 127 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (the Corporations Act). The Bill also permits the remote witnessing of the fixing of a company seal for the purposes of execution under section 127 of the Corporations Act. The new rules came into effect on 13 August 2021 and will only apply temporarily, until they automatically expire on 1 April 2022. The Amendments The Bill …

If you need to isolate, quarantine or care for someone with COVID-19 you  may be able to access financial support from Services Australia. Eligibility Criteria You may be found eligible if a health official has instructed you to self isolate or quarantine due to the following: You have Coronavirus (COVID-19) are a close contact of a person who has COVID-19 You are caring for a child 16yrs or younger who has COVID-19 You are caring for a child, 16yrs or younger, who is a close contact of a person with COVID-19 If you are a carer for someone who has …

Wollongong City Council has partnered with Investible to empower local businesses by providing the education, support and tools they need to grow their business into the future.  Council is pleased to announce the launch of 2 FREE programs, commencing this Spring. What is on offer? Primed to Thrive Program The focus will be upon Retail & Hospitality sectors who have been heavily impacted by COVID 19.  The program is designed to empower small business owners by providing them with tools, frameworks & strategies needed to remain competitive within today’s digital landscape. Duration: 10 weeks online. Thrive Program 20 Wollongong businesses, …