The highly infectious Delta COVID variant is triggering lock-downs across the country. We look at what help is available and how you can get it.
Lock-downs: What help is available
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Corona Virus
The Pandemic Productivity Gap
A recent article published in the Harvard Business Review by Bain & Co suggests that the pandemic has widened the productivity gap between top performing companies and others stating, “Some have remained remarkably productive during the Covid-era, capitalizing on the latest technology to collaborate effectively and efficiently. Most, however, are less productive now than they were 12 months ago. The key difference between the best and the rest is how successful they were at managing the scarce time, talent, and energy of their workforces before Covid-19.”
COVID-19 Vaccinations and the Workplace
The first COVID-19 vaccination in Australia rolled out on 21 February 2021 preceded by a wave of protests. With the rollout, comes a thorny question for employers about individual rights, workplace health and safety, and vaccination enforcement.
Forecasting during a pandemic
Now, more than ever, business operators should have a plan in place to manage during uncertain times. Even if your business is not directly impacted, it’s likely your customers, your supply chain, and your workforce will be to some extent.
So, how do you plan for uncertainty when every assumption is subject to change?
Q&A: My business received a grant from the State Government. Do I pay tax on it?
My business received a grant from the State Government. Do I pay tax on it?
Has COVID-19 devalued your business?
If you are selling your business, merging, acquiring, or inviting in new investors, you need to understand the value of your business. But, to what degree does the pandemic impact on value? Should you discount or hold firm to pre COVID-19 performance on the basis that ‘we’re going to come out of it eventually’?
JobKeeper Alert
With the employee test date for JobKeeper moved to 1 July 2020, some additional employees might have become eligible for JobKeeper. The August JobKeeper monthly business declaration is due by 14 September and is different to the previous form as it covers three JobKeeper fortnights.
Q&A: Lock down and working from home
During lock down I have had to work from home. I’ve set up a full home office with paintings, plants, a desk, computer equipment, a water tower and a sculpture. I presume I can claim everything I have purchased for this office and claim part of my mortgage and running costs?
The Future of JobKeeper – What you need to know
We’ve summarised the key details for employers on JobKeeper 2.0 in this update, but just remember that the proposed changes are not yet law and the details could still change.
What now? Where do you go for help if you need it?
Help for business and individuals.
COVID-19 and your SMSF
COVID-19 has had an impact on many SMSFs. We look at the key issues. Early release of superannuation When a member of your fund wants to access up to $10,000 of their superannuation early under the COVID-19 measures, there are some additional steps that trustees need...
JobKeeper 2.0 – What you need to know
The second tranche of the JobKeeper scheme changes the eligibility test for employers and the method and amount paid to employees.