From July 1, 2026, the ‘Payday Super’ system will be officially implemented in Australia. This system mandates employers to pay superannuation on the same day they pay their employees’ wages. What changes for employees? Previously, employers could pay superannuation quarterly (every 90 days), but now they must pay it simultaneously with each pay cycle (weekly,…
Are you a New Zealand citizen planning to purchase property in Victoria? Or are you preparing to move to Australia and looking for a home? If so, you must be aware of the new regulations coming into effect on 26 November 2025. Previously, your visa status (Subclass 444) was the key criterion. However, moving forward,…
Are you operating a business at a leased location or are you the property owner running a leasing business? Do you know whether the leased business location is a Retail Lease or a Commercial Lease? Commercial Lease Commercial leases typically apply to spaces such as warehouses, storage areas, or large commercial buildings without retail operations.…
According to Australia’s new migration strategy, the federal government plans to replace the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS – Subclass 482) visa with the new Skills in Demand (SID) visa. This new visa will consist of three pathways: the Specialist Skills Pathway, the Core Skills Pathway, and the Essential Skills Pathway. The Core Skills Occupations List…
Australia’s Minimum Wage to Rise by 3.75% from 1 July 2024 Roughly a quarter of Australian workers on minimum wage will see a 3.75% pay rise following a new decision by the Fair Work Commission (FWC). This increase lifts the national minimum wage from $23.23 to $24.10 per hour, or from $882.80 to $915.90 per…
Selling Real Estate in Victoria, Australia When buying a home to live in, it often feels like it will be your forever home. However, various life circumstances may lead you to sell your property. In my case, I recently sold our previous home and purchased a new one closer to my child’s school. There may…
Buying Property in Victoria, Australia For many people around the world, one of the happiest and most significant moments in life is purchasing property. For the average person, their home is often their greatest asset. Today, I will explain the process of buying property in Victoria, Australia—from choosing a location to legal settlement. Choosing the…
When couples who once loved each other deeply get married or live together in a de facto relationship but later decide to separate, emotional pain often follows. The moment separation begins, several important issues must be considered: 1. Children:If the separating couple has children, they must decide who will take care of the children and…
