Key dates for the second JobKeeper extension period
January 22, 2021 12:00 am Comments Off on Key dates for the second JobKeeper extension period
The JobKeeper program moves into its final phase from Monday, with payment rates set to be reduced.
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Approaching the dawn
January 20, 2021 12:00 am Comments Off on Approaching the dawn
COVID-19 has completely, and mercilessly, dictated the direction of economies and financial markets through most of this year. So, as we rapidly approach the end of an extremely unpredictable and volatile year, what's in store for 2021?
Toyota returns $18m in JobKeeper payments
January 18, 2021 12:00 am Comments Off on Toyota returns $18m in JobKeeper payments
The Japanese car manufacturer has confirmed it has approached the ATO to return more than $18 million in JobKeeper payments after a spike in sales towards the end of last year.
Vaccination rates as they happen around the world
January 15, 2021 12:00 am Comments Off on Vaccination rates as they happen around the world
A new resource is now available that shows the rates per country of COVID-19 vaccinations. We all suffered in many ways as COVID number increased, now, as expected, let's watch them start to drop.
How Australians are taking advantage of income tax cuts
December 25, 2020 12:00 am Comments Off on How Australians are taking advantage of income tax cuts
New research has offered insight into how Australians intend to save the gains generated from income tax cuts rolled out in this year’s federal budget.
Small-business coronavirus grants set to be income tax-free under new bill
December 23, 2020 12:00 am Comments Off on Small-business coronavirus grants set to be income tax-free under new bill
A new bill that ensures state and territory grants issued in response to the coronavirus pandemic are not subject to income tax has now been introduced.
ATO extends JobKeeper deadlines ahead of Christmas
December 21, 2020 12:00 am Comments Off on ATO extends JobKeeper deadlines ahead of Christmas
JobKeeper deadlines for the second extension period have now been extended by the ATO ahead of the festive season.
Super, death, and taxes
December 19, 2020 12:00 am Comments Off on Super, death, and taxes
An interesting finding in the federal government's Retirement Income Review report is that many Australians are dying with the majority of the wealth they had when they retired.
JobMaker hiring credit given green light despite ongoing concerns
December 16, 2020 12:00 am Comments Off on JobMaker hiring credit given green light despite ongoing concerns
A Senate committee has recommended that the JobMaker hiring credit legislation be passed, despite concerns over its narrow eligibility and lack of protection for older workers.
Victorian State Budget Overview 2020 – 2021
December 9, 2020 12:00 am Comments Off on Victorian State Budget Overview 2020 – 2021
On Tuesday 24 November, the Victorian Treasurer, Tim Pallas announced the 2020-21 budget, detailing a number of measures focused on creating jobs, supporting families and helping small to medium businesses.
