Business insights to bolster your response
New announcement and changes to JobKeeper 2.0 »
21 July 2020 | 4 min read
The government have today released more detail surrounding much anticipated changes to the JobKeeper program.

In a press conference earlier today, the Prime Minister, the Hon Scott Morrison and the Treasurer, the Hon Josh Frydenberg announced a new and more targeted version of the JobKeeper program will commence from October 2020.
A better approach to JobKeeper? »
20 July 2020 | 5 min read
With speculation rife over the future of the JobKeeper scheme, we explore what has worked with the scheme, what hasn’t and possible changes to the scheme that may be considered when the Treasurer releases his economic update and the results of the Treasury review into the scheme.

There have been numerous media reports recently surrounding common issues with the scheme including...

JobKeeper and Compulsory Superannuation Guarantee »
1 June 2020 | 5 min read
Many employers have now registered and are receiving JobKeeper reimbursements from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for eligible wages paid in April 2020.
While this is great news for many business owners, questions remain about the requirement for employers to calculate and pay the compulsory superannuation guarantee on amounts paid to employees solely to satisfy the JobKeeper minimum wage condition.

COVID-19: Government assistance measures »
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There have been a number of announcements made in recent weeks about Federal and State Government stimulus packages available to assist businesses and individuals with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In our most recent report, we explain the key measures currently available and explain Eligibility criteria, How each stimulus package will work and Action needed to be taken, to access the stimulus measures

General Business News
Do you have the evidence ready for a JobKeeper claim review by the ATO? »
5 June 2020 | 1 min read
Jobkeeper deadline - extended again? »
11 June 2020 | 1 min read
Instant asset write off extended »
9 June 2020 | 2 min read
Tax planning considerations in a COVID-19 world »
4 June 2020 | 4 min read
Superannuation Amendments for JobKeeper Payments »
4 June 2020 | 2 min read
Employers to beware of hidden payroll tax and WorkCover costs of JobKeeper payments »
20 May 2020 | 4 min read
JobKeeper changes for ACNC registered charities »
15 May 2020 | 3 min read
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JobKeeper – Service entities, schemes and more complex rules »
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Latest jobkeeper changes - sovereign entities redefined »
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JobKeeper Payment - new ways to prove decline in turnover »
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The JobKeeper payment for your SME business »
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Increasing instant asset write-off to items under $150,000 »
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WA State Government relief for commercial tenants and landlords »
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WA State Government relief for residential tenants and landlords »
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Pharmacy Businesses - COVID-19 Support »

27 April 2020 | 7 min read
New COVID-19 funding announced for the Aged Care Industry »
29 April 2020 | 2 min read
Assisting commercial landlords with the impact of COVID-19 »

21 April 2020 | 4 min read
Assisting commercial tenants with the impact of COVID-19 »

21 April 2020 | 4 min read
Land tax relief for landlords and tenants »

20 April 2020 | 3 min read
Rent relief for commercial tenants and detailed information for landlords »
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Government Stimulus Measures – the specifics for farmers »

7 April 2020 | 4 min read
Family Law Property Settlements – potential impact of COVID-19 »
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For farming operations, failing to plan is planning to fail »

31 March 2020 | 3 min read
General economic impact of COVID-19 on Agribusiness industry »
23 March 2020 | 2 min read
Government boosts support for health providers and communities in response to COVID-19 threat »
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General economic impact of COVID-19 on Manufacturing industry »
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The 'New Normal' - COVID-19 Post-Pandemic Workforce Management »
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COVID-19 Anti-fraud and corruption toolkit for business »
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COVID-19 Australian Bank Assistance »
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COVID-19 – Proactive steps to protect your business »
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COVID-19 Pandemic Response Planning »
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