Isaac
Years ago
But not that much.
Singaporean players are now able to play for the Slingers without using up an import position.
This concession is not available to other NBL teams.
Seems like a reasonable and logical decision, though it's generally considered that no current Singaporean player would be quite up to the standard.
did u know that the players also pay half as much tax in singapore.
Isaac
Years ago
Yes, also a good advantage for players earning above average amounts.
joshuapending
Years ago
its a thing, they need someone they can identify with more and get behind a "face" of the slingers if you will.
Bulldog
Years ago
But under that logic, Australian teams should not be able to use New Zealanders as unrestricted, if it is one way for one country, why should it be different for another?
Moses Guthrie
Years ago
But I don't want unrestricted New Zealanders in my paddock. Baaaaad idea.
Skyhook
Years ago
Do people know how expensive it is to live over there? Damn expensive.
I dont mind any concessions they receive as long as they can be competitive.
Fiji
Years ago
The issue of better tax only relates to the money while it remains there.
If they bring any of it back to Aust they have to declare the tax paid in Singapore and they will then pay the difference (if any) on our normal tax scales.
So no issue at all unless they leave it all there.
Not sure its any more or less expensive though.
Sturty6ers
Years ago
If you live in the City and shop in the City of course it is a lot more expensive.
But if you live in the 'burbs and shop where the locals shop then you will find it is very affordable.
I heard it costs 10g for a drivers licence, as they don't want cars in the built up areas. Hope their taxis are cheap!
TK
Years ago
Fiji Your talking rubish.
"The issue of better tax only relates to the money while it remains there"
If you are in the country more than 138 days earning money then you pay Singapore tax levels. Less than that and you will pay the Australian rate of tax as an expatriate.
The big issue is the cost of housing, if it comes under the salary cap if paid by the club. An average 3 bed appartment just off Orchard Road will cost from $3,000 (Aus) to $10,000 per month.
You can eat VERY cheaply at the local Hawker stalls ($7- Aus) a meal. They will never own a car over there MASSIVE costs and drivers liscence and REGO are absolute killers.
I now believe that salery cap rorting is rampant and the Player Points Syatem is a JOKE. Most teams have got around this and the NBL is aware of it (I believe).
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