Australia Freelance Market News 03/2024
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In the following find our latest blog articles for the month.
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Chad Sultana
Question of the Month: What exactly is a freelancer?
In Australia, a freelancer is an individual who operates as an independent contractor to provide goods, services, or both to businesses and clients without being directly employed by any of them. Freelancers usually work on a project-by-project basis and may offer their services to multiple clients simultaneously. This work arrangement allows them flexibility in terms of working hours, work location, and the type of work they undertake.
Freelancers can work in various sectors including creative industries (such as writing, graphic design, and photography), technology (such as software development and web design), consulting, and more. They are responsible for managing their own tax obligations, superannuation (retirement savings), and insurance, in contrast to traditional employees who typically have these aspects managed by their employer.
In the context of Australian labor laws and tax system, freelancers are generally considered as sole traders or independent contractors. This classification impacts their legal and tax responsibilities, including the need to apply for an Australian Business Number (ABN), and possibly register for Goods and Services Tax (GST) if their income exceeds a certain threshold.
Freelancers and those who require a freelancer for a project are encouraged to use a platform like www.AustraliaFreelanceMarket.com.au to find partners for their next business project.
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