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22 new Occupations added to the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List in Australia (PMSOL)

Last week came a much-anticipated change to Australian migration, which has been heavily impacted by Covid-19. The Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke MP has announced the inclusion of a range of skilled occupations on the Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL). This is a great opportunity for skilled immigrants who are seeking to move to, or continue work in, Australia.

Labour Hire Licensing in Australia: where are we now?

Labour hire licensing is slowly being introduced across Australia, to ensure the safe and legal engagement of workers. The latest state to implement the Licensing Act was Victoria in October 2019, with South Australia enacting major changes to their Act in July 2020.

What does the Budget mean for contractors?

The recent Federal Budget announcement was a robust response to the impact of the global pandemic. The significant fiscal spending plans will support individuals and businesses by way of tax cuts, hiring incentives and COVID-19 related support payments. What does this mean for contractors?

Top tax-time strategies for contractors

The lead up to the end of tax year is always a great time to reflect on your goals, tie up loose ends and take steps to improve your financial strategies as a contractor. In these unprecedented times when many people are experiencing changes to work and income, it’s even more important to make smart decisions to boost your super, reduce tax, maximise government entitlements and build wealth.

Priority skilled visas and travel exemptions for Australian jobs

The Australian Government has released a list of priority skills that will be granted travel exemptions into Australia. A new priority skills list and strengthened labour market testing will allow sponsored skilled workers to travel to Australia to provide urgent skill needs in critical sectors, helping to create jobs and rebuild Australia’s economy.

5 apps to get your Coronavirus budget in shape

In the span of a few weeks COVID-19 has upended how people in Australia and around the world work and live. You may now be working from home, have reduced income, be dealing with redundancy – one way or another, most of us will be adjusting to new financial realities. For those who still have plenty of work and a high income, the reduced spending that comes with iso life is an opportunity to put money towards your long-term goals.

Cash flow & COVID-19 – Adapting your budget to your new reality

Daily life has been turned upside down for all of us due to the COVID-19 pandemic and new ways of living, working and connecting have quickly become the norm. Whatever big changes you are adapting to personally, from new working arrangements, to reduced income, unexpected job loss, or the cancellation of long-awaited travel or events; chances are your budget has been upended too. Even though things are changing rapidly, it’s important to take some time to review your cash flow and revise your budget in line with new realities.

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