Starting as an independent contractor


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	Starting as an independent contractor The new independent contractors law could possibly affect your tax, occupational health and safety and other obligations. How do I determine my status? It is possible to be an employee for some work and a contractor for other work. What are my taxation obligations? As a contractor, you may have to pay tax at a different rate to employees. What are my employment entitlements? Find out what your entitlements are for superannuation, OH&S and workers compensation. How is my intellectual property affected? Although you may have contributed to or created material, products and ideas as a contractor, you may not be entitled to intellectual property ownership such as copyright. This information is brought to you by business.gov.au and Illawarrra Small Business Assistance business.gov.au - Your business gateway to government information and services Back to main business information page