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Economic recovery could be slower than anticipated: RBA

September 12, 2020 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Economic recovery could be slower than anticipated: RBA

 

The Reserve Bank of Australia has warned the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic remains uncertain, with its latest figures being worse than those predicted three months earlier.

 


High Court rules in favour of employers on personal leave accruals

September 9, 2020 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on High Court rules in favour of employers on personal leave accruals

The High Court of Australia has preserved the long-standing industry practice regarding personal/carer’s leave accruals in a significant ruling that has been welcomed by employers that were potentially set to face a substantial back-pay bill.

 


COVID-19 resources – Jobkeeper, Victoria Stage 4 Update

August 31, 2020 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on COVID-19 resources – Jobkeeper, Victoria Stage 4 Update

 

Several new links have been added to the many already in this article, links that date back to the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.  If you have any questions, or require further assistance, please send us an email or phone.

 


SG amnesty deadline – 7 September

August 14, 2020 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on SG amnesty deadline – 7 September

 

Small businesses have been urged to disclose historical superannuation guarantee shortfalls ahead of the fast-approaching SG amnesty deadline.

 


90,000 SMEs to benefit from new JobTrainer program

August 8, 2020 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on 90,000 SMEs to benefit from new JobTrainer program

 

The government has announced a $2.5 billion JobTrainer program, giving 340,000 Australians the opportunity to retrain or upskill into sectors with job opportunities, including an additional $1.5 billion to expand the apprentice and trainee wage subsidy.