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Payroll Tax for the 2010-11 financial year.

The vast majority of businesses in Australia employ staff and payroll is usually one of their largest expenses. Payroll Tax is imposed on wages that are exchanged from the employer to the worker, and is generally applied to the annual payroll of employers or a linked...

SME Challenges in 2011

Every business faces challenges, especially SMEs (Small to Medium Enterprises). There are a few specific challenges that have been forecasted for the year ahead, which business owners are likely to encounter during 2011. If these are potential problems for your...

Changes to Fair Work Australia Rules & Forms

The new Fair Work Australia Rules 2010 and associated forms, which commenced on 1 January 2011, are available now. The interim Fair Work Australia Rules have been in place since the commencement of the Fair Work Act 2009 and since they are still relatively new, not...

Preparing for your day in court

The thought of going to court and giving evidence can make some people feel quite nervous or anxious. If you find yourself in a situation where you are required to attend court, it is recommended that you prepare by speaking with someone to get support, and seek...

A legal dip in the backyard pool

As we are now well and truly into summer our backyard pools are becoming more and more tempting. As a result it is important to be aware of your legal obligations when it comes to swimming pools. These laws are in place to protect you and your loved ones. There are...