But employers may not realize that simply offering raises won't make the company's best workers stick around. Bonuses, company perks and paid days off aren't enough to keep employees happy, said Pete Pedone, president and founder of home audio/video system design firm Interactive Home.
The amount you can earn before you have to pay tax, actually depends on your age. For people of working age, the effective tax-free threshold is currently $20,542 (2013/14).o you can earn another couple of thousand dollars before you have to pay tax. PLEASE NOTE â If you have earned below the amounts mentioned and donât plan to lodge a tax return, you still need to let the tax office know of your situation.
Before-tax contributions. Contribution cap: $30,000 pa for people aged 49 and under and $35,000 pa for people aged 50 and over. This is money you put into your super before any tax is taken out.Before-tax contributions include compulsory 9.5% employer contributions and any salary sacrifice contributions your employer makes for you. Contribution cap: $180,000 pa or $540,000 over a three year period if youâre under age 65.The three year period starts when you contribute more than $180,000 in a financial year. This is money you put into your super from your take home pay after your tax has been taken out or from other savings.efore-tax contributions. Contribution cap: $30,000 pa for people aged 49 and under and $35,000 pa for people aged 50 and over. This is money you put into your super before any tax is taken out.