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RECORD KEEPING
It is very important to maintain your records. Everyone knows that and before you switch...
IS THERE A CASE FOR INCREASING THE GST?
Nobody likes a tax increase. Just the mention of a tax increase is likely to...
ACCOUNTING PACKAGES
Accounting packages Do you still collect all your receipts in a box and at tax...
Who said “death tax” was dead and buried??
Who said “ DEATH TAX ” was dead and buried?? There’s a misconception among SMSF trustees who...
Directors duties – dealing with financial difficulty
DIRECTORS DUTIES – DEALING WITH FINANCIAL DIFFICULTIES The Australian economy is experiencing tough economic...
Superannuation Reserves Contributions and Other’s
Superannuation Reserves Contributions and Other’s Generally a public offer fund will operate a number of...
Shares still best bet
Still a best bet -What a month it’s been – the Dow Jones had its...
HOW WILL YOUR HECS-HELP LOAN AFFECT YOUR TAX RETURN?
Have you studied at university and applied for a HECS-HELP loan to help pay for...
THE 6 MOST IMPORTANT THINGS YOU CAN DO FOR YOUR LOVED ONES
It’s the words you never want to hear….”Get your affairs in order”. It usually means...
I DARE YOU …. SAY NO TO LIFE INSURANCE
Look your partner in the eye – right now – and tell them you don’t...
THE WORLD OF MONEY ……. and THE CASTLE ??
THE WORLD OF MONEY I felt old the other day. I was talking with a...
NEW PRIME MINISTER: NEW TAXES ?
NEW PRIME MINISTER: NEW TAXES ? Welcome Mr. Turnbull to the leadership position in Australia...

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Debt enforcement, payday super headline ATO’s 2025-26 plan
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released its 2025-26 corporate plan, outlining key priorities, challenges...
Official Statement – Phishing attempts
We are aware that some clients have recently been receiving fraudulent emails and phishing attempts...
Effective strategies for debtor management
Debtor management is a key component of long-term business success. Poor debtor management can quickly...
Choosing the Best Client Accounting Software for Your Business
Good client accounting software is essential for business growth and improvement. The right software will...
Key Dates – September 2025
September 21: Lodge and pay August monthly activity statement. September 30: Lodge PAYG withholding payment summary...
SMSF property investment: A comprehensive guide
For many investors, a popular way to invest directly in residential or commercial property is...
Super tax still on the table after first parliament session
The first sitting fortnight of the 48th Federal Parliament shed little light on the fate...
Capital gains tax in Australia: what you need to know before you sell assets
Capital gains tax (CGT) in Australia applies when you sell certain assets. Understanding the consequence...
Key Dates – August 2025
August 11: Q4 (April–June) activity statements lodged electronically – final date for lodgement and payment....
Small business tax deductions in Australia: what you can and can’t claim
The small business sector is the backbone of the Australian economy, representing over 95% of...