Employers need to make STP finalisation declarations by 14 July each year. As your registered agent, we can assist you in this important, upcoming process.

The ATO has released a tax time tool kit to assist businesses and us as your tax advisor to nail your 2021/22 business tax return. (https://www.ato.gov.au/Tax-professionals/Prepare-and-lodge/In-detail/Tax-time-toolkits/)

In late June, the ATO released their ‘100A guidelines’ provided in respect of the 2021/22 income year (‘Managing section 100A for the 2021–22 income year’).

The increase to the superannuation guarantee (SG) rate from 1 July 2022 will see more employees (and certain contractors) entitled to additional SG contributions on their pay. But what happens when income earned before 30 June is paid after 30 June 2022 – will employees be entitled to the higher SG rate of 10.5%?

As the economy emerges from COVID-19, the ATO is re-focusing on debt collection.

In the past 12 months, the ATO has identified and taken action against 595 websites impersonating its online services. These fake sites are designed to steal passwords, personal information and identity documents, such as passports and driver licences

The key purpose of superannuation is to provide individuals with benefits for their retirement, which is when most people will access their superannuation savings. But, in some cases, individuals may be able to access some of their superannuation early upon meeting certain eligibility rules.

With the end of financial year (EOFY) fast approaching, now is a great time to boost your superannuation savings and potentially save on tax. Below are six superannuation strategies to consider before 30 June 2022.

Following the election of the new Labor federal Government on 21 May, there are a number of tax and superannuation proposals that they have announced or existing measures they have committed to that may impact you and your business moving forward.Some of course are subject to the passage of enabling legislation through the new Parliament.

In the middle of May, the ATO announced that there will be four focus areas on their radar during Tax Time 2022 – record-keeping, work-related expenses,rental property income and deductions, and capital gains from crypto assets. It is reminding tax payers that there are three golden rules when claiming a deduction

Did you know you could invest the proceeds of the sale of your family home to your superannuation,depending on your age and circumstances?

As we move towards the end of the 2021/22 financial year, there are a number of year-end income tax planning opportunities that may be available to optimise your tax position.

March 31 marks the end of the 2021/2022 fringe benefits tax (FBT) year which commenced 1 April 2021. It’s time now for employers and their advisors to turn their attention to instances where non-cash benefits have been provided to employees, and also where private expenses have been paid on their behalf.

For the many business owners who operate their affairs through discretionary trusts, there have been further developments on the ATO’s planned crack down on certain distributions.

A common question facing businesses is how to finance and account for the acquisition of a motor vehicle. There are numerous ways that can be used, with each having unique taxation treatment.

The personal property securities register (more commonly known as the PPSR )is an official government register. It’s effectively a public notice board of security interests in personal property (see below) that is managed by the Registrar of Personal Property Securities.

Superannuation is an investment vehicle specifically designed to help you save for retirement - this is one of the key reasons why you should take an interest in your superannuation. Whether you’reemployed, self-employed or even nearing retirement, it’s never too late to build up your superannuation to boost your retirement savings.

The Small Business Energy Saver Program is supporting Victorian small business owners to save on energy efficient equipment. It will deliver $5 million in discounts to small businesses across Victoria who upgrade to energy-efficient equipment.

The Victorian Government has partnered with 14 suppliers to help you build or upgrade your website, improve your cash flow, start online marketing, manage your jobs and projects, and keep better track of stock. The 14 supplier suppliers include Xero business management & finance software, Squarespace for website creation and Square for end-to-end retail.