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CCIWA International Womens Day Lunch
A group of ladies from the OP team were invited to attend the Chamber of...
Getting the most out of your tax return and ensuring compliance
The construction and hospitality industries are two industries being targeted by the ATO this financial...
Announcement!! New Partnership – Chamber of Commerce & Industry WA & Optima Partners
We are excited to announce that Optima Partners has entered into a partnership with the...
2023/2024 Federal Budget
Federal Budget Overview Delivering cost‑of‑living relief To help with cost‑of‑living pressures and supporting Australians most...
Economic Update – February 2020
FEBRUARY 2020 Your financial well-being and plans for the future can be impacted by various...
Economic Update – October 2019
Your financial well-being and plans for the future can be impacted by various economic events,...
Five signs of a well run business
Every small business owner wants their business to thrive, but it can be tough to...
Optima Partners and Lombardo & Co Merger announced
WHATS NEW?!!! Optima Partners and Lombardo & Co are pleased to announce that, as of...
Employee or Contractor? What’s the difference?
With the rise of the gig economy, correctly working out whether you are hiring an...
Merger Announcement! Optima Partners & Phaccts
Optima Partners and pHaccts are pleased to announce that as , as of 28...
Taking philanthropy to the next limit
Australians are generous when it comes to opening their wallet for a good cause. But...
What to do when buying a business
Most people prefer to buy an existing business rather than start from scratch. They see...

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The small business sector is the backbone of the Australian economy, representing over 95% of...
Important tax changes for FY 2025-26
Recent tax changes will affect how businesses manage cash flow, debt and compliance obligations. In...
Key Dates – July 2025
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ATO third-party data collection: implications for taxpayers
As the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) expands its use of data-matching technology, businesses and individuals...
Succession planning in ATO spotlight
Wealthy privately-owned groups have seen an increase in unexpected tax consequences as the ATO firms...
Tax misinformation: CPA warns against AI and influencers
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Key Dates – June 2025
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ATO debt reaches $105b ahead of EOFY 2024-25
The ATO is currently owed over $105 billion in unpaid debt, Commissioner of Taxation Rob...
Cash flow crunch: SIC, GIC and super guarantee increase
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Planning for EOFY 2024-25
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