Tax time is underway, and the ATO have announced that they are receiving an increase in reports of email scams that try to steal personal information. Scammers pretending to be from the ‘myGov customer care team’ are sending emails that include screenshots of the myGovID app, asking people to verify their identity by clicking on … Read more

One of the biggest changes to our Industrial Relations system this year is that the Fair Work Act has been amended to include a definition of a ‘casual employee’, along with extended casual conversion rules.  The National Employment Standards (NES) have now also been updated as an indication of just how seriously Fair Work are … Read more

Please follow the below link to read about the 2021 Annual wage review and how it will impact your business. https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/news-and-media-releases/website-news/annual-wage-review-2021

Monday 14 June 2021 was a public holiday (Queen’s Birthday) in all states and territories except for Western Australia and Queensland. Date Day State 14 June 2021 Monday NSW, VIC, TAS, SA,TAS and ACT In this eTAPS, we share some FAQs we normally receive following the day of a declared public holiday. Are public holidays … Read more

Last week on the 3 June 2021, the Australian Government announced a temporary COVID Disaster Payment for Australians who have had their hours of work and income significantly affected due to state lockdowns. Even though this is not a payroll item, employers may still be asked what assistance is available. Individuals can claim this payment via … Read more

Last week, the Victorian Government announced a temporary lockdown to help stop the spread of coronavirus. The new lockdown measures include the closure of some workplaces and the requirement to not leave home to go to work unless it is ‘authorised work’. These restrictions started from 11:59pm on Thursday, 27 May 2021. What should employers consider when workplaces … Read more