Other Information Sheets
HIA information sheets cover a wide range of topics relevant to the residential construction industry.
In this section, members can access up to date, useful information on a variety of industrial relations, contract and compliance topics.
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Current at: 31 January 2012
Security interests in personal property – new laws commence
On 30 January 2012, a new national law governing the creation, enforcement and priority of security interests in personal property, like leases over motor vehicles commenced.
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Current at: 16 December 2011
Changes to defects warranty laws for goods & services
From 1 January 2012, it will be an offence for businesses to give a consumer an express warranty for goods or services that does not comply with Regulation 90 of the Competition & Consumer Regulations.
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Current at: 21 July 2011
The Carbon Tax and the Residential Building Industry
An overview of the HIA policy on carbon tax and member Q&A. Outline of HIA participation in a new industry alliance against the carbon tax.
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Current at: 15 July 2011
Carbon Tax FAQ for Residential Building
The Federal Government’s plans to introduce a carbon pricing mechanism will impact
across the entire Australian economy. The residential building industry will be
affected more than most.
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Current at: 11 July 2011
ABCC audit campaign
Overview of the audit campaign the ABCC will be undertaking over the next 12 months for industrial relations within the building industry, including sham contracting.
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Current at: 21 January 2011
Can I charge for a quote?
A recent member concern was raised regarding the provision of quoting for
projects free of charge and the impact that this practice can have on a
businesses cash flow. This is particularly an issue where a business produces
detailed plans, and incurs considerable cost, in producing the quote.
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Current at: 12 November 2010
Guide – Independent Contractor Or Employee
It is not always clear whether a worker is an employee or a contractor. HIA has prepared a Guide to assist you in answering this question and assessing the status of your workers.
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Current at: 16 July 2010
Changes to Dividend Payment Rules
A company may now pay a dividend other than out of profits provided certain requirements are met. The changes may permit, for example, start up company or a company impacted by non-cash expenses, to pay a dividend.
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Current at: 01 July 2010
Changes to bankruptcy laws
Federal Parliament has recently made some changes to the Bankruptcy Act.
Here, is a summary of the main changes and what they might mean for your business
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Current at: 23 April 2010
Which Business Records to Prepare for the ATO for Year End (National)
A list of those end of financial year business records that are required by the ATO
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Current at: 23 April 2010
ATO Rules on How to Collect & Keep Business Records (National)
A summary of the ATO's rules for colelcting & keeping business records
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Current at: 23 April 2010
ATO Rules on How to Keep & Store Business Records (National)
A summary of the ATO's rules for keeping & storing business records
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Current at: 22 April 2010
FAQ - PAYG Payment Summaries (National)
Answers to some frequently asked questions (FAQ) about PAYG Payment Summaries
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Current at: 22 April 2010
Extra Tax Deductions for Home-Based Businesses (National)
Home-based businesses can claim special additional tax deductions.
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Current at: 22 April 2010
PAYG - List of Payments You Need to Withhold PAYG From (National)
A list of payments from which you are required to withhold PAYG (and its not just from payments to employees)
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