Backpacker superannuation
Paying super to backpackers The ATO has issued the following reminders to employers, that backpackers on working holidays: are considered temporary residents, and are entitled to superannuation guarantee if they Read More…
Employer warning re leave loading and OTE
ATO warning regarding annual leave loading and OTE The ATO has warned employers that it considers that annual leave loading should normally be part of ordinary time earnings (‘OTE’) for Read More…
Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook
MYEFO report Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (‘MYEFO’) report recently released. It indicates that the underlying Budget deficit is expected to be $5.2 billion in 2019 (down from the $14.5 Read More…
Superannuation guarantee
Employer super quick check Paying super is an important part of being an employer. Super provides income for your workers in retirement. Here’s how to run a quick check of Read More…
Super Guarantee (SG) Amnesty
SG Amnesty still pending The proposed superannuation guarantee (SG) amnesty is a one-off, 12-month opportunity to self-correct past non-compliance (i.e., from 24 May 2018 to 23 May 2019). It will Read More…