Long service leave: Eligibility and access

Long service leave: Eligibility and access

Are you aware that your staff may be entitled to long service leave? If they’ve worked for the same employer for 10 years or more, chances are they qualify. Long service leave is a benefit provided to long-term employees, offering an extended period of paid time...
Stay on Top of Your Super Obligations

Stay on Top of Your Super Obligations

If you’ve missed the latest Super Guarantee (SG) deadline, it’s important to take action, get back on track, and stay on top of your super obligations by lodging a Super Guarantee Charge (SGC) statement. As an employer, you play a crucial role in securing your...
The Price is Right: Budget 2024-25

The Price is Right: Budget 2024-25

The Treasurer is promising that inflation will decline by 0.75% as a direct result of the 2024-25 Federal Budget initiatives, including energy relief for all households, a boost to Commonwealth Rent Assistance, and the freezing of the maximum co-payment on the...
Helpful resources for small business

Helpful resources for small business

With the new financial year approaching, establish effective business practices for the success of your small business. To get ahead, prioritise strong cash flow management, accurate record keeping, and utilise the right digital tools. Some digital tools to help your...
Tax schemes too good to be true

Tax schemes too good to be true

Have you ever received tax advice, or been shown tax schemes that sounded too good to be true? It might be an illegal tax scheme. A tax scheme could involve complicated deals, change the way money is used to avoid paying taxes, or make false claims for refunds. It...
Small business courses from the ATO

Small business courses from the ATO

Small business courses are now available online, through the ATO website. The courses are ideal for business owners who are looking to enhance their financial literacy, sharpen their record-keeping skills, or just looking to gain a better understanding of key business...
Business in 2024

Business in 2024

Green economy and sustainablility In 2024, business sustainability will take center stage as climate change and environmental issues continue to be major concerns for individuals and businesses alike, spanning all industries. To keep up with the times, it’s...
Trust income

Trust income

How is Trust income treated? The net income of a trust is basically its taxable income. It’s calculated by subtracting allowable deductions from the trust’s assessable income for the year. This calculation assumes that the trustee is a resident, even if...