The ALP has been re-elected to form a government with majority, after winning the 2025 Federal election. During the election campaign several tax changes were proposed by the ALP, that may come into come into effect in their next term. … Read More
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Australian Federal Election Results: the impact for your small business
The Australian Labor Party won the 2025 Federal Election with a convincing majority on 3 May. This means Labor has another three years to continue its plans for supporting Australian enterprise, making life easier for small businesses and boosting the … Read More
Underpaying your staff is now a criminal offence: What this means for your business
Paying your employees the correct amount is an important part of being an employer. To tighten up this process, the Australian Government has just introduced a new Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code, that makes underpaying your employees a criminal … Read More
Federal Budget 2025-26: what it means for your small business
The Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, delivered the Federal Budget 2025 on Tuesday 25 March. With a general election scheduled for 2025, this Budget was an important one, setting out the Albanese Labor Government’s financial plans for the future path of Australia. … Read More
Christmas Festivities, Bonuses and gifts to staff – what you need to know
From Christmas cash bonuses to overtime payments, many employers make extra payments to their employees at the end of the year. As an employer, you should be aware of how these payments arerequired to be reported to the Australian Taxation … Read More
Understanding the ATO’s New Approach to Unpaid Tax and Superannuation
Understanding the ATO’s New Approach to Unpaid Tax and Super In recent months, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has made significant changes to how it handles unpaid tax and superannuation. This shift primarily targets businesses that refuse to engage with … Read More
Keeping on top of tax and expenses when self-employed – some tips and tricks
Contracting or freelancing requires you to wear a lot of hats. Relationship-building, keeping track of your time, marketing your skills and actually doing the work. But one of your priorities should also be establishing how you handle your money and … Read More
Key dates for September and October 2024
The new financial year is now already in full swing As a small business owner or manager, don’t forget the key compliance dates that are coming up in the next couple of months. KEY TAX DATES – SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2024 21 … Read More
Why you should move to Cloud Accounting
If you’re managing a small business, the chances are that you’re using one of the current crop of cloud accounting platforms. Whether your chosen software is Xero, QuickBooks or MYOB, these online accounting tools are now the standard for business … Read More
Getting your small business tax in order
With the 2023/24 financial year now wound up, it’s time to think about submitting your tax return and making sure you have the cash reserves put aside to pay the company’s tax bill. This short guide to getting your small … Read More