Small business Independent contractors
Independent contractors | How do I know if I am an independent contractor?
You will need to determine whether you are classified as an independent contractor before entering a contract. Your status will affect your rights and obligations with your employer or the business you contract with.
Independent contractors | What are my entitlements?
Independent contractors and hirers should be aware of their entitlements and obligations regarding superannuation, leave and redundancy, OH&S, and workers compensation insurance.
Independent contractors | What are my taxation obligations?
There are special tax rules for independent contractors to ensure that you do not use business structures to avoid your income tax obligations.
Independent contractors | How is my intellectual property affected?
IP created by an independent contractor is by law considered the property of the independent contractor, unless otherwise stated in the contract.
Independent contractors | Independent contractors & the common law
The Independent Contractors Act 2006 relies on the common law meaning of independent contractor. The common law is a set of legal principles, which have been developed through decisions in the courts.
Independent contractors | Unfair contracts and sham contracts
Under the Independent Contractors Act 2006, an unfair contract is one where a person performs work on terms that are 'unfair' or 'harsh'.
Independent contractors | Independent contracting in your state or territory
State and territory information on contracting.
Independent contractors: the essential handbook (audio)
Download an audio recording of Independent contractors: the essential handbook.
