Coalition’s IR Policy – What’s in It for SMEs?
The federal Coalition has formally released their Industrial Relations Policy (‘IR Policy’) which has since been followed by the Budget-in-Reply speech.
Small Business Fined $20k for Breaching Workplace Regulations
This recent case demonstrates that small businesses are not exempt from workplace regulations regarding payment of wages. Read about it here.
Employer or Contractor? Know The Difference & Avoid Fines
The Federal Magistrates Court this week found that a contractor was actually an employee, despite them providing invoices and having an ABN.
Social Media Platforms Used for Notification of Court Order
Justice Anne Ferguson of the Victorian Supreme Court recently ordered an interim injunction be issued – by way of social media.
Unfair Dismissal: Employee Loses After Soliciting Clients
Social media, beyond creating more social opportunities than ever before, also extends into the professional sphere. Here’s why employees should be careful.
Employer Liable: Failure to Investigate Sexual Harassment Claim
Learn about McCauley v Club Resort Holdings Pty Ltd (No 2) [2013] and the importance of investigating claims of workplace harassment.
The Commercial Credit Application Health Check – The 8 Must Haves
Learn about a Customer Credit Application, what it involves and why it is important.
Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR): Using It Correctly
“It’s only when the tide goes out that you learn who’s been swimming naked.”- Warren Buffett. Learn how to use the PPSR.
Mandatory Privacy Breach Notification Now in Australia
The next time your details are breached or your data is compromised, you’ll know all about it. Read about mandatory reporting of data breaches here.
New Superannuation Guarantee Rates On July 1; Are You Ready?
Read on to find out how changing superannuation guarantee rates will affect you.
Things to do before you purchase – Part 1 – Property Inspections
Don’t purchase a property before making sure that it’s the right one for you. Read about carrying out a property inspection in this guide.
Things to do before you purchase – Part 2 – The Pest Inspection
Don’t purchase a property before making sure that it’s the right one for you. Read about carrying out a pest inspection in this guide.
Things to Do Before You Purchase Part 3: the Survey Report
Ready to buy a property? Read this guide to make sure you’ve crossed off all the essentials before signing your contract.
Beware Lawyers Who Negotiate Using “Bizarre Scenario Bingo”
Negotiation is a skill, but sometimes it can cause more harm than good. Read about how the use of ‘bizarre scenarios’ can hinder, not help, negotiations.
Bitcoin Bubble Drives Virtual Currency Investment Strategies
Bitcoin has jumped in value from a few dollars to over $100 in a year, causing people to speculate that it is the ideal hedge against the uncertainties of the global financial markets.
New law on the small business CGT relief on sale of a business
Getting the small business Capital Gains Tax relief is often critical. Read about how a recent Court decision has perhaps made this more difficult.