A recent AAT case assessed an independent CONTRACTOR as an employee for Superannuation purposes.

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Be careful whether your contractors are actually classed as employees, even if they do have an ABN.

The Solar hot water rebate was ended today at 4.59PM.

Great article on ways to cut costs in business- but cutting costs could come at a cost, such as reduced productivity.

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The ATO data matching is making it harder to hide cash sales. They now have access to coffee suppliers and hardware store trade accounts.

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Gillard defeats Rudd at the 10AM ballot and remains PM!

Are loan offset accounts worth their cost? It is always best to assess all your options before locking in. Have a read of this

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Did you do a REVS check on a new car before you bought it? REVS has now been replaced by the PPSR register

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We R hearing about too many corporate collapses! Make sure U manage your cash outgoings - Review your expenses and clear out wasted money... Also make sure you review and adhere to your customer credit policy.

From 1 July 2012, If the legislation is passed, the private health insurance rebate & the Medicare levy surcharge will be income tested.

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Another big company goes bust! It is vital 2 business survival to have proper management & control of business debts http://ping.fm/Fhf44

Were U owed money by Kell & Rigby? Let us know by this week prior 2 the 1st meeting of creditors as we may be able to assist http://ping.fm/DoqC1

R U guilty of not having the courage 2 delegate? Some businessesstruggle 2 delegate to not lose control of their business: http://ping.fm/a8lGz

Read about a $650,000 sold for only $1,000 by the sheriff’s office due to unpaid debt!!

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It's almost FBT time again – will you be ready?

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Masters hardware is advertising that they will beat prices of identical items by 10%! Hmmm.. doesn't Bunnings have the same price guarantee?

In its first meeting of the year, the Reserve Bank has kept interest rates ON HOLD today! YAY!!

R U struggling 2 maintain your business records for GST & tax? Have a look @ this seminar which could give U great tips.

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Do you design or manaufacturer Textile, Clothing or Footwear? There is government funding available of up to $50K. Ask us for more info.