The below information is current as of 18/09/2020
We’ve all heard the news about the spread of the Coronavirus and its far-reaching impacts both here in Australia and around the world. We would like to inform you as to how SeaChange Accounting Solutions is adapting in these rapidly changing circumstances.
But first, the team at Seachange Accounting is here to help you weather the global issues that this virus raises. We are still here and available when you need. We’re very aware that your family, staff and business needs are the most important priority. The same goes for our staff. If you would like to conduct meetings over the phone or online communication like Zoom, we will help in this way.
Read our most recent blogs:
Latest updates – COVID-19 Business Update 18 September 2020
Federal Government Stimulus Packages:-
SeaChange have put together a two-page JobKeeper Infographic which covers the following questions and updates:
• What is the JobKeeper Payment
• When is an employer eligible
• Establishing whether the project GST turnover has fallen or is likely to fall
• Identifying eligible employees
• Flexibility for employers under changes to the Fair Work Act 2009
• Meeting the wage conditions
• When can a business claim the JobKeeper payment for sole traders, partnerships and self-employed?
Information |
The Treasury |
ATO |
| JobKeeper Payment | ||
| Xero – Process an employee stand down |
Check out our infographic on ways to apply for the JobKeeper Payment.
If you’re planning on managing the JobKeeper application process yourself, you’ll need to have a myGOVID setup, do this: Setup access to myGOVID & RAM
Here’s a summary NTAA – Australian State and Territory economic relief and stimulus package summaries.
NSW Government |
QLD Government |
VIC Government |
TAS Government |
| Fee & Licence Relief | Lease & Licence Holder | Commercial Tenancies Relief | Stimulus & Support |
| NSW Small Business Grant | Business Support | Business Support Fund | Business & Industries |
| Land Tax Breaks | Land Tax Relief | Tax Relief (Payroll & Land Tax) | Primary Healthcare Grants |
| Payroll Tax Relief | Payroll Tax Relief |
SA Government |
NT Government |
ACT Government |
WA Government |
Support for Businesses & Community | Programs & Initiatives |
| Tax Relief | Business & Industry Advice | Economic & Business Growth Fund | KPMG Business Support |
Fair Work has created a page dedicated to Coronavirus and Australian workplace laws
If you do have any specific questions on understanding your obligations as an employer, we recommend getting in touch with an HR specialist. We can recommend a local HR specialist, should you not have one.
Most banks have announced measures to help such as:
Australian banks will defer loan repayments for small businesses affected by COVID-19 for six months, see this link. Also below are links directly to the bank’s websites on what they’re offering:
Letter to your landlord: downloadable template
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us directly. We wish you all good health in the coming months.