Workplace laws and government support during coronavirus
Associations Forum has gathered a list of essential resources from various authorities that provide answers to frequently asked questions.
Australian workplace laws regarding coronavirus.
Fairwork has issued a list of important Government information about coronavirus, the workplace and the obligations to employees under the Fair Work Act. This information is designed to help employers navigate the obligations during the coronavirus crisis and answer some of the frequently asked questions.
This page includes information on the following topics:
- stand-downs from work
- enforceable government directions and stand-down provisions
- working arrangements impacted by school closures and
- pay and sick leave entitlements
Australian Government coronavirus information and support for business.
Find financial assistance, eligibility and timing of the new government support packages for businesses on business.gov.au. This page is updated as new information becomes available and should be book-marked to ensure you have access to the latest information.
This page includes information on the following topics:
- Restrictions on non-essential services
- Support available for sole traders, employers and companies
- Increasing the Instant Asset Write-Off
- Backing Business Investment (BBI)
- Increased and accelerated income support
- Early access to superannuation
- Supporting the flow of credit
- Boosting cash flow for employers
- Temporary relief for financially distressed businesses
- Assistance for affected regions, communities and industries
- State and territory information, grants and assistance
- Support for existing government program participants and applicants
- Business information – tax, travel and continuity
News highlights
Assistant Commissioner Jennifer Moltisanti shares updates on the work her team are doing to support NFPs.
COVID-19 economic response for NFPs
Find out about the support available and boosting cash flow for NFP employers.
Media releaseRead ATO's media release about the essential tax and superannuation changes that have now become law.
ATO and Australian Government response
COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
ATO has released a range of commonly asked questions to assist organisations. These will be updated on a regular basis.
Updated guidance from the Australian Government
Visit australia.gov.au for the latest news and advice from all government agencies.
