Temporary COVID Disaster Payment
7th June 2021
Late last week, the Federal Government announced a temporary COVID Disaster Payment for workers who are unable to attend work and earn an income due to state imposed restrictions in place for more than one week.
Payment is available to
- Australian citizens, permanent residents and eligible working visa holders
- Individuals with liquid assets of less than $10,000... MORE
Solar Rebates Now Open for Small Businesses of up to $3,500
7th June 2021
Rebates of up to $3,500 are now available for Victorian small businesses to install a rooftop solar system under the Victorian Government’s new Solar for Business Program.
Minister for Solar Homes Lily D’Ambrosio today announced that applications are now open to any Victorian small business with between one and 20 employees, whether they own or rent the premises they operate from.
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NECA Calls on Government to Extend the Circuit Breaker Business Support Package
3rd June 2021
NECA welcomes the Government announcement today regarding the introduction of a Round Two for The Business Costs Assistance Program for eligible businesses located in metropolitan Melbourne, under which the support will be doubled from $2,500 to $5,000. However, NECA has expressed their disappointment to the Treasurer that the eligibility rules do not consider our industry.... MORE
Introducing Additional COVIDSafe Measures
2nd June 2021
The Acting Premier James Merlino announced earlier this afternoon that the current lockdown restrictions will remain in place in Melbourne for a further seven days, with a number of... MORE
Victoria to Extend Lockdown to Another Seven Days
2nd June 2021
The Acting Premier James Merlino announced earlier this afternoon that the current lockdown restrictions will remain in place in Melbourne for a further seven days, with a number of... MORE
Feedback on Security of Payments in Victoria
1st June 2021
Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback on Security of Payments legislation in Victoria.
The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) is the peak industry body for Australia’s electrical and communications contracting industry, which employs more than 165,000 workers. NECA advocates in the interests of over 5,200 electrical contracting businesses across all... MORE
Density Limits During Circuit-Breaker Lockdown
1st June 2021
To make sure we can all stay safe and remain working you must comply with the density limits during the current circuit-breaker lockdown.
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Circuit Breaker Business Support Package Announced
1st June 2021
On the 30th of May, the Victorian Government announced a new $250 Million ... MORE
Tax Resources from ATO
31st May 2021
It’s important that everyone understands what they can and can’t claim at tax time and how to best prepare and lodge their returns, especially after a challenging year! This is why the ATO has prepared a range of resources to help anyone in the building and construction sector including construction workers, tradies, apprentices and office workers this tax time.
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May Circuit Breaker Lockdown FAQs
28th May 2021
Is traveling to NSW allowed?
Victoria border residents can cross to NSW provided its it for one of the 5 permitted reasons including getting vaccinated.
Is travel declaration still required?
You do not need to complete a declaration if:
- you are a border region resident and
- you stay within the border... MORE