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COVID-19 and insurance policies

23/03/2020

Many governments, including the Australian Government, have now introduced strict travel restrictions and travel advice relating to international travel and most recently Victoria and ACT declaring a State of Emergency.

While much of this will be a test over the coming months, it is likely insurance will not be the...

Assistance available to businesses

22/03/2020

Please find below a further update on the assistance for businesses as a result of the impacts of COVID-19.

Summary

The Government will today announce a second stage of measures to keep businesses in business and to keep workers in jobs.

This stage of measures is squarely focused on getting...

New COVID-19 restrictions begin but construction sites exempt

21/03/2020

Media Release from Gladys Berejiklian - 

In line with health advice, from midday today, the following non-essential activities and businesses will be temporarily shut down:

  • Pubs, registered clubs
  • Gyms, indoor sporting venues
  • Cinemas, entertainment venues, casinos, and night clubs
  • Restaurants and cafes will be restricted to takeaway and/or home delivery
  • Religious...

Construction sites an essential service and remain open

20/03/2020

The Prime Minister in his statement updating the community on Coronavirus measures explicitly stated that construction sites are an essential service and will remain open. 

In reference to non-essential gatherings of greater than 100 people not being permitted from 20 March, the Prime Minister stated that: 

“This does not apply...

NSW Government announces stimulus package to help mitigate coronavirus impact

20/03/2020

Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the stimulus package is designed to keep people in jobs throughout the Corona crisis and to boost a range of medical services throughout the State.  

As part of the recently announced measures, $450 million has been allocated to waive payroll tax for businesses with payrolls...

COVID-19 and building contracts

20/03/2020
The impact of the COVID-19 is profound and may well extend for some time.  MBANSW members should note the following in relation to their contracts.

Coronavirus and workplace issues

20/03/2020

Coronavirus is likely to present challenges for businesses regarding workplace safety and industrial relations.  From a health and safety perspective, information can be found by clicking on the following links:

Department of Health – for the latest information and advice about Coronavirus

Safe Work Australia – for information and referrals...

Coronavirus Update

10/03/2020

The spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) around the world is likely to have an adverse impact on Australian workplaces.

The situation is rapidly changing.  Master Builders Australia has requested each State / Territory MBA ask members to share information that you have about what is happening in your business by emailing...