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Director ID – Apply from November 2021
State and territory governments have made public health orders requiring certain workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in their state or territory. Employers and workers need to comply with any public health orders that apply to them.
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COVID-19 Vaccinations Mandated for Authorised Workers in Victoria
State and territory governments have made public health orders requiring certain workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in their state or territory. Employers and workers need to comply with any public health orders that apply to them.
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E-Invoicing – Get Started Now
Electronic invoicing (or e-invoicing) is the automated digital exchange of invoice information directly between a supplier’s and buyer’s software based on an agreed standard. All Australian Commonwealth Government agencies must be able to receive Peppol e‑Invoices by 1 July 2022 . This has generated a momentum that is now accelerating the interest in, and adoption of, e‑Invoicing by businesses in ANZ.
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Changes to Casual Employment – Industrial Relations Reforms
If you are an employer with existing casual employees (and not a small business employer), you should undertake an assessment now as to whether your casual employees are eligible for casual conversion.
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Grants and Support Packages Available
If you’re a sole trader or small business, there is COVID-19 financial assistance available to you. Find the latest government support relevant to your state or territory.
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The Competition and Consumer Act for Small Business
The ACCC has recently published a guide that explains your rights and responsibilities under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010.
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Changes to the definition of a Dependent Person for Private Health Insurance Cover
From 1 April 2021, if you have dependent children under 18, dependent non-students under 32, or children with a disability (regardless of their age or marital status), they’re now considered a dependent person for private health insurance cover.
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2021 Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme – Free Webinar
If you’re a commercial tenant struggling with rent payments, further support is here with the release of the new Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme. Need more information? Attend this free webinar offered by Milicevic Lawyers, at 6pm on Thursday 9th September 2021.
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Records to keep for tax time
With the end of financial year fast approaching, it is time to consider your planned claims and deductions and the records you should keep for tax time.
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Superannuation Contributions Increase Effective 01 July 2021
Effective 1 July 2021, employers will be required to increase the minimum superannuation contribution to employees from 9.5% of ‘Ordinary Time Earnings’ (OTE) to 10%.
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Mark Semmens
Mark is a Chartered Accountant with a wealth of experience in accounting and taxation. Mark is a Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, the Tax Practitioners Board and the National Tax and Accountants Association.
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Daniela Semmens
Daniela Semmens is a Co-Director of Semmens & Co. and joined the company as General Manager in 2017. Daniela is an Affiliate Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and also a Member of the Australian Institute of Project Management.
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