Navigating Compliance When Expanding Your Business to Australia | Webinar 2

Join Sumith and expert Michael Messner, Director at Vantage Accounting, as they guide Kiwi businesses through the complexities of selling and operating in Australia.
Sponsored by Brisca New Zealand, this webinar addresses critical compliance topics such as employee vs. contractor distinctions, Fair Work Act requirements, workers' compensation, payroll obligations, and permanent establishment considerations.

Gain valuable insights and practical solutions to ensure your business's successful expansion into the Australian market.

00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping
01:11 Speaker Introduction: Michael Messner
01:49 Webinar Overview and Case Study
03:01 Boots on the Ground: Employment in Australia
08:24 Employee vs Contractor: Key Differences
23:07 Fair Work Act and Employee Rights
25:32 Diverse Payroll Processing Across Industries
26:15 Importance of Accurate Payroll and Legal Implications
27:41 Workers' Compensation and State-Specific Schemes
30:51 Payroll Obligations and Superannuation Contributions
35:21 Single Touch Payroll and Employer Registrations
38:23 Permanent Establishment and Taxation
44:09 Case Study: Managing Cross-Border Employment
48:21 Q&A: Employee vs Contractor and Other Queries