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• ATO reveals common rental property errors from data-matching program
  Recent results from the data-matching program identified issues around the reporting of rental income and claims for capital works and depreciating assets. 
• New SMSF expense rules: what you need to know
  If you manage a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF), recent changes to tax rules for certain fund expenses may affect you and the fund.
• Government releases details on luxury car tax changes
  The draft legislation aims to modernise the luxury car tax by tightening the definition of a fuel-efficient vehicle and adjusting the indexation rate.
• Treasurer unveils design details for payday super
  The government has released further details about the design of its payday super policy including an updated super guarantee charge framework. 
• 6 steps to create a mentally healthy and vibrant workplace
  It’s estimated we spend a third of our life at work. It may even be more if you run your own small business. From working overtime during the week to catching up on paperwork on the weekend, having enough time to get everything done is a challenge for most small businesses.
• What are the government’s intentions with negative gearing?
  Both the Treasurer and the Prime Minister have confirmed that Treasury is exploring changes to the contentious policy.
• Small business decries ‘unfair’ payday super changes
  The seven-day payment window and closure of the ATO’s clearing house are expected to disproportionately impact smaller employers.
• The Leaders Who Refused to Step Down 1939 - 2024
  Check out the The Leaders Who Refused to Step Down 1939 - 2024
• Time for a superannuation check-up?
  The new financial year has begun, and with it have come some important changes to superannuation from 1 July 2024. With these changes coming into effect, it’s a good time to give your super a check-up.
• Scam alert: fake ASIC branding on social media
  The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has issued a scam alert warning consumers that there has been an recent increase in the use of ASIC’s logo in social media scams. ASIC’s warning to consumers covers three main areas of concern.
• Millions of landlords the target of expanded ATO crackdown
    The Tax Office will acquire property management records to clamp down on taxpayers misreporting rental income and deductions.
• Government urged to exempt small firms from TPB reforms
  The lower risk profile of small practices means they should not face the same scrutiny as larger ones, the NTAA says.
• ATO warns businesses on looming TPAR deadline
  The ATO is reminding businesses to lodge their tax payable payment annual report by 28 August after issuing around $9 million in penalties in the five years to 2023.  
• How to read a Balance Sheet
  It’s common for small businesses to struggle when understanding their financial data.  Cash flow needs and a Profit and Loss statement are analysed more often a business owner and so, understood better.  
• Unregistered or Registered Trade Marks?
  Trade marks are a form of intellectual property protection your business can rely on to distinguish yourself from your competitors. Likewise, you can use trade marks to clearly differentiate your goods and services from your competitors.