Tips for Avoiding Confusion Over JobKeeper Payments at Tax Time This Year
Australian businesses and their workers who benefited from the federal governments JobKeeper wage subsidy will now have to navigate what it all means at tax time. On top of this, many individuals who withdrew their superannuation during the covid-19 pandemic to support themselves financially might also be unsure of their requirements at tax time too. […]
Small Businesses Save $8.9 Billion Through Recommendations from Advisers
Throughout the covid-19 pandemic, Australian small businesses have sought the advice of accountants and bookkeepers to help overcome the many challenges they have been dealt with during one of the most unpredictable times of human history. Recent research illustrates that $36.4 billion was injected into the small business sector through grants, investment guidance, or other […]
The Australian Government Is Planning More Insolvency Reforms
Small businesses across Australia that operate via a trust will now be considered for further protection, as the federal government contemplates further insolvency reforms as part of the May 2021 federal budget. On Monday 3rd May, the Treasury announced that the Australian Government will be holding a consultation regarding how trusts are currently being treated […]
The Australian Government Injects $15.3 Million To Assist E-invoicing Adoption
E-invoicing is set to feature prominently over the upcoming months as the federal government has announced a $15.3 million investment ahead of the upcoming federal budget. The investment is included in the $1.2 billion package unveiled by the Australian Government on Thursday 6th May which aims at accelerating Australia’s digital adoption. In an aim to […]
How The 2021 Federal Budget Will Impact Australian Small Businesses
On Tuesday 11th May, the Australian unveiled what’s been described as one of the most important and hotly anticipated federal budgets in recent decades. As Australia aims to bounce back from the covid-19 pandemic, there is a huge focusing on needing to ensure that Australia maintains a strong economic recovery, with the goal of supporting […]
Small Businesses Encouraged to Pay Attention to Key Areas and Act Now in EOFY Tax Planning
Many Australians are guilty of leaving their tax planning until the last minute. Tax advisors are getting in early this year, with a particular warning to small businesses to act as soon as possible. The economic uncertainty of the 2020–21 financial year should motivate SMEs to review tax planning strategies immediately and not at the […]
Victorian Government Announces Support Package for Businesses Impacted By Lockdown
Last month Victoria was forced into a 7-day lockdown as a consequence of a fresh outbreak of community transmitted cases of covid-19. The Victorian Government has stated that it is especially trying to help businesses most affected this time around, which includes operators in the hospitality, events, retail and creative industries by giving them additional targeted […]
Last Minute End Of Year Financial Year Tax Planning Tactics
The financial year has almost drawn to a close, however there are still many effective strategies you might be able to put in place. These strategies will ensure that you pay no more tax than you have to for the 2020-21 year and maximise any refunds you might be entitled to. Although the best tactics […]
The ATO Plans To Crackdown On Cryptocurrency At Tax Time
The Australian Tax Office (ATO) plans to engage around 100,000 taxpayers ahead of tax time to inform them about their required tax obligations as it moves to strengthen its stance on accounting for cryptocurrency. On Friday 28th May, the ATO warned taxpayers that they will likely be contacted as there are growing concerns that many […]
Australian Governments Offers Victorians $500 Per Week During State Lockdown
Prime Minster Scott Morrison has announced plans to offer financial support to Victorian workers who have been impacted by the recent covid-19 enforced lockdown. The fresh lockdown has resulted in the immediate closure of venues and the loss of jobs in a number of different industries particularly retail, hospitality, events and tourism. The Australian Government […]
