Tax
Navigating ownership changes: A guide for business owners
14 May
Changing a business’s ownership structure can be a complex process, often necessitated by various circumstances, such as partnership disputes, divorce, retirement, or the sale of the business. Regardless of the reason, it’s crucial to...[Read More]
Budget time is review time: why professional advice matters
14 May
The Federal Budget is more than a political announcement. For many Australians, it is an important reminder to stop, review and ask a simple question: are my financial, lifestyle and tax strategies still working in my favour? Budget changes can...[Read More]
Labor tucks away $77b war chest for further tax cuts
14 May
Tax changes in the budget give the government scope to direct more relief to workers in future, raising the prospect of a 2028 pre-election sweetener. While higher taxes on assets will be returned to workers via tax cuts in the short term, Treasury...[Read More]
Electric car owners dodge road charge but pay more tax
14 May
Australia’s electric car drivers may escape a road-user charge for another year but will pay more tax under measures revealed in the federal budget. The changes are part of several reforms to support low-emission vehicles in the budget, including...[Read More]
Canberra embraces AI data crunch for medicines to tax
13 May
Artificial intelligence will be deployed across the federal government for everything from evaluating medicines to identifying tax fraud in a bid to boost the nation’s productivity. A long list of AI trials were named in the federal budget on...[Read More]
‘These geniuses’: PM’s generational housing gamble
13 May
Anthony Albanese is playing “gutsy” politics with sweeping changes to tax concessions for landlords but risks offending established investors who may not have expected the overhaul, an expert in politics says. From July 2027, negative gearing...[Read More]
EOFY is approaching: what can you do now to maximise this financial year and prepare for the next?
7 May
As 30 June approaches, many individuals and business owners start thinking about tax. But the best tax outcomes are usually achieved before the Financial Year ends, not after it. EOFY is the perfect time to review your income, expenses,...[Read More]
Aussies losing almost $5b in unpaid super every year
7 May
Australians are missing out on almost $5 billion in superannuation entitlements every year, with one in four workers affected nationwide. Workers were underpaid $24.4 billion across five years between 2018 and 2023, according to the latest...[Read More]
Payroll: The quiet engine room of a small business
30 April
For many small business owners, payroll can feel like one of those back-office jobs that simply needs to “get done.” Wages are paid, payslips are issued, and everyone moves on. But in reality, payroll is one of the most important...[Read More]
Making the most of salary sacrifice: A smarter way to build your super
23 April
When it comes to building long-term wealth for retirement, one strategy that often gets mentioned—but not always fully understood—is salary sacrificing into superannuation. While it may sound complex, the concept is relatively straightforward...[Read More]
‘Tiny’ tax returns on gas has leading economist fuming
23 April
Australians deserve a fairer return on gas extracted from the ground than the embarrassing sums raised through existing resource tax settings, a leading economist argues. Former Treasury secretary and author of a prominent tax review, Ken Henry,...[Read More]
Fact or fiction? What you can expect with Payday Super
16 April
Deputy Commissioner Emma Rosenzweig busts some Payday Super myths. With just 3 months to go until Payday Super begins, I’ve been hearing a lot of questions from employers, and a few common myths too. Let’s clear up a few of the biggest...[Read More]
April–May tax tips for Aussie small businesses: Get ahead before EOFY
9 April
As the financial year draws to a close, April and May are two of the most important months for small business owners across Australia. Rather than scrambling in June, this is the ideal window to get organised, optimise your position, and potentially...[Read More]
Starting a business? Here’s what to think about before you dive in
9 April
Launching a business is an exciting step, whether you’re turning a passion into profit or building something from the ground up. But before you register a name and start trading, there are important legal and strategic considerations that can make...[Read More]
Building the right team when buying an investment property
2 April
Purchasing an investment property is a major financial decision. For many Australians, it involves committing significant capital, taking on long-term debt, and relying on the property to help build wealth over time. Investment properties can...[Read More]