Contributing to superannuation
A guide to how much you can contribute to your super each year.
When an employee leaves
Having to replace someone who has retired, or simply decided they want a change, can be a challenging experience for a manager. As managers typically rely on their key employees, the transition may even have a detrimental impact on operations.....
New rules for Director Liabilities
The increasing number of companies going into liquidation and administration has triggered a proposal by the Government to increase the liability of directors for failing to meet their obligations as employers.
Bonus or cash? What's the difference?
With Christmas fast approaching, now is the time for employers to consider their end-of-year plans....
Duty of care at Christmas time
It is that time of year again, the holiday period is just around the corner and the excitement of the work Christmas party is setting in. Ideas are being tossed around about locations and caterers and the Christmas spirit seems to be flowing through the office....
Seeking guidence with a tax audit?
Will you be a target for a tax audit? The possibility of being selected for a taxation audit is rapidly increasing each year as the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) widens the scope of its audit activity due to technological advancements, allowing them to narrow their investigations to those areas where there is the most risk to revenue.
Tax Update November 2011
Keeping you informed with all the tax office initiatives, changes and lastest news.
Why hire Gen Y?
‘They are lazy, selfish, overpaid, arrogant, spoilt, demanding and over-confident!’ But....
5 ways to hit back at the July wage increase
With natural disasters, the dollar at an all-time high, petrol prices going through the roof and energy costs sky-rocketing – what else can happen to harm small business? To add insult to injury Fair Work Australia has approved a $19.40 raise to the minimum wage, taking it to $589.30 after 1 July this year.
Employee appreciation
Creating a successful and profitable business relies heavily on the employees you hire. As such, it is essential to respect and acknowledge every member of your small business team.
Tax and Christmas party expenses
Christmas parties are a great way to bring your staff together, boost their morale and propel them into a successful new year.....
Tax Update November 2010
The latest news and tax advice for every business.
Find your niche and use it
Becoming an authority in a particular area will give your business an edge against its competitors.
High morale means high productivity
With rising redundancies and greater job insecurity among employees it’s no wonder that morale is low among many team members as they fear for the future of their current job. Have you taken the time recently to consider how high the morale of your employees is? You as a business owner or manager need to know how your employees are feeling at work, emotionally and mentally. Not knowing how your employees feel can have dire consequences.
Cut expenses, not staff - strategies for cutting expenses
During tough economic times like this it’s critical that businesses reduce expenses, especially the largest, however as explored in the “Growing vs. Contracting in Harsh Economic Times” article, staff cutting should be an absolute last resort regardless of how much of a quick fix it may appear on the surface.