Our Blog

The Victorian Government has announced new measures to contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). They come into force at midnight tonight 25 March 2020.

They have already ordered the closure of hotels, pubs and clubs (excluding bottle shops within those venues), casinos, cinema, nightclub, entertainment venues, gyms and indoor sporting centres.

There are now further closures of non-essential businesses, limitations on certain activities, and closure of a range of venues, attractions and facilities where large numbers of people would otherwise be in close proximity. Read More…

The Government yesterday released a second, far reaching $66.1bn stimulus package that boosts income support payments, introduces targeted changes to the superannuation rules, provides cash flow support of up to $100,000 for small business employers, and relaxes corporate insolvency laws.  Read More…

One of the most common questions we have received from clients this week is “what are employers obligations in regards to the coronavirus pandemic”.

Thankfully Fairwork have released some guidelines and likely scenarios for employers. It is a fantastic resource and is being updated constantly, as this is a new area of law that hasn’t previously been written, so please check back on it regularly over this time.

The resource can be found at https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/news-and-media-releases/website-news/coronavirus-and-australian-workplace-laws Read More…

With all the negativity going on in the world at the moment, it is important that we focus on the good. In light of this, we are excited to get in touch today and share some fantastic Xero news with you. As of today, every Xero user on a Xero Starter, Standard or Premium plan will have access to Hubdoc - an amazing Document Collection & Management Software solution. Read More…

The Government has announced a $17.6 billion investment package to support the economy as we brace for the impact of the coronavirus.

The yet to be legislated four part package focuses on business investment, sustaining employers and driving cash into the economy. Read More…

Empty restaurants and retail stores were one of the first signs of the devastating impact the coronavirus on Australian businesses. 

Within a few months, the virus, now called COVID-19, has gone from being a largely unknown medical condition to one that threatens to impair Australian and global economic growth. 

We explore the impact on business and the importance of planning for setbacks beyond your control. Read More…