Employers’ Responsibility to Register Apprenticeships
With the apparent skilled labour shortage in the Australian workforce at the moment more small business owners are becoming aware of the benefits of taking on an apprentice.
Taking one or perhaps a number of apprentices into a business is mutually beneficial for all involved parties. The business is provided with a fresh canvas to train and educate into a valuable business asset, and the employee is provided with a unique opportunity to learn skills and techniques that can be applied in both the current position and through the rest of their working life.
Does Your Deposit Have Insurance Protection?
In light of the current economic crisis in the US and particularly the downfall of renowned financial institution, Lehman Brothers, it is understandable that depositors are somewhat concerned about the safety of their money.
There is a common misconception that some institutions here on Australian shores are safer than others. For example, the four big banks are safer that credit unions or building societies. This is not necessarily the case.
Simple Tips To Keep Your Business ‘Green-Friendly’
As global warming and environmental awareness continues to be a much discussed topic, it is possible that we have become completely desensitized to this pressing issue and have simply written it off as ‘too hard’ or ‘not something that we can do anything about’.
First Home Saver Accounts are here
The Labor Government has recently passed legislation which will see the introduction of First Home Saver Accounts, as promised by Prime Minister Rudd in his election campaign. By providing a combination of lower taxes and Government contribution, the new accounts are intended to offer a simple, tax effective solution to help first home buyers kick start saving for their first home. These new accounts will be available to potential Australian first home buyers from financial institutions, including banks and some super funds, as of 1 October 2008.
The Real Reason Why 1 in 5 Employees Resign
According to independent research conducted by an external exit interview organisation, the real reason that one in five employees resign is because of their manager.
Perhaps one of the main benefits of having an external organisation interview outgoing staff is that employees are more likely to give truly honest answers to an impartial third party. Collecting the information from these genuine answers can allow employers to more precisely identify the main areas that are driving the turnover of staff in their business. Once this information is correctly identified employers can better allocate their resources in an attempt to address these issues and consequently reduce their staff turnover rates.
Small Businesses Can Have Boards Too…
There is the common perception that Company Boards are associated only with large scale corporations and are usually comprised of highly (over) paid, but highly experienced executives.
In today’s competitive business world small business owners are beginning to realise that they too can benefit from having a board of expert advisors to assist with various aspects of the business’ growth and direction.
What You Should Know About “Buy Now, Pay Later” Plans
These days we are exposed to an increasing number of television and newspaper advertisements for “interest free” or “buy now, pay later” offers. These types of promotional products are usually offered by major retail chains such as Harvey Norman, Domayne and Freedom Furniture. These stores sell the latest-and-greatest homewares and electrical products, from lounge suites and bedroom settings to plasma televisions and surround sound stereo systems.
Consistent housing development codes across NSW
As part of its current planning reform the NSW Government is proposing to introduce a consistent set of development codes that will be applied across all councils within the State. It is intended that the introduction of unified compliance codes will assist in providing a simplified and speedy approval process for anyone looking to undertake development work on their property.
Members’ Voluntary Liquidation vs Deregistration
As a result of the current harsh economic climate there has been a notable increase in the amount of businesses, and consequently business owners, that are having to reconsider the way in which the business is currently operating. Unfortunately, for many small to medium enterprise operators they are having to reassess whether or not it is financially viable for the business to continue functioning at all.
Reasons Why It Is Important To Have A Will
The ultimate objective of a Will is to give effect to the Will maker’s intentions. In other words, who gets what when I die!
In addition to the distribution of assets, a Will also covers certain other matters such as the appointment of executors, trustees and guardians of minors, the payment of debts and duties, trustee powers and duties and other provisions which will assist in the fulfilment of your wishes.