by Quinns_News | Mar 30, 2009 | Small Business News
It is generally known by employers that they must have appropriate levels of Workcover insurance for all of their ‘workers’. However, what is not so well understood is the definition of what constitutes a ‘worker’ for Workcover purposes. This definition does not...
by Quinns_News | Mar 23, 2009 | Legal News
Why a Valid Will is Required Everyone should have a Will. Regardless of how many or how few assets you may have, a Will ensures that in the event of your death your belongings are distributed as per your wishes. It is usually quite well known that you should...
by Quinns_News | Mar 17, 2009 | Legal News
Are you Being Watched? One of the major factors affecting productivity in today’s business environment is personal internet and computer usage, costing businesses both valuable time and money. In light of this, more and more employers are coming too close or even...
by Quinns_News | Mar 9, 2009 | Tax Advice and Updates
In a further attempt to support and stimulate the businesses of Australia, and small businesses in particular, the Federal Government has introduced a temporary “investment allowance” known as the “Small Business and General Business Tax Break”. The original proposed...
by Quinns_News | Feb 23, 2009 | Tax Advice and Updates
The Rudd Government has recently announced that the much anticipated $42 billion Nation Building and Job Plan has been successfully passed through both houses of Parliament. And, whilst the passed legislation contains some amendments from the original proposal, the...
by Quinns_News | Feb 16, 2009 | Tax Advice and Updates
The recent environmental disasters in our country, particularly the horrific and devastating fires to hit Victoria as well as the severe floods in North Queensland, have brought to the fore the extreme generosity and selflessness of the Australian community. We have...
by Quinns_News | Feb 9, 2009 | Consumer News
Last week Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and the Federal Government announced yet another rescue package in an attempt to further stimulate the Australian economy. The key initiatives outlined in the $42 billion Nation Building and Jobs Plan include: • Free ceiling...
by Quinns_News | Feb 2, 2009 | Small Business News
In light of the current economic climate the Federal Government have been proactive in their approach to stimulate the waning economy, via both direct and indirect means. As an incentive to encourage consumer spending, cash bonuses were handed out to pensioners and...
by Quinns_News | Jan 27, 2009 | Consumer News
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, 1 in 4 people are targeted by internet fraud each year and a whopping 800,000 people fall victim to these scams. It is becoming increasingly important for consumers to be aware of the many ways that they can be...
by Quinns_News | Jan 19, 2009 | Tax Advice and Updates
Special tax rules are in place for income received by those less than 18 years of age (minors). The main intention of these rules is to discourage parents from diverting their income to their children. Minors who are residents of Australia but do not earn more than...
