Recent updates from the ATO highlight a mix of proposed tax changes and compliance priorities, with new draft legislation under consideration and practical guidance released ahead of the Payday Super changes starting 1 July 2026. Check eligibility for tech booster deduction Small businesses are being encouraged to review their eligibility for the government’s proposed Technology … Read more
Your favourite finfluencer’s content might sound good, but you should still run some checks before you commit your money. What is a finfluencer? Financial influencers (aka ‘finfluencers’) discuss financial products and services online through social media platforms and/or a website. Their content tends to be highly relatable, with personal stories relating to their finances paired … Read more
Bills of exchange can look and sound similar to term deposits, but they do not have the same protections and carry a high risk of losing money. What is a bill of exchange Companies are offering high fixed income returns through a product called a bill of exchange. You may have seen offers promising higher … Read more
Find out how the Australian Government is supporting businesses impacted by global events. Read the latest on fuel supply, supply chain status, export updates, shipping and where you can get support. Interest-free loans The Australian Government’s Economic Resilience Program provides interest-free loans to impacted manufacturing and logistics businesses in critical sectors, including: freight fuel fertiliser … Read more
Acting on a hot tip might sound like a good idea when investing but if that hot tip is inside information, it might lead to heavy fines or prison time. What is insider trading? Insider trading is when you trade in a financial product (for example, shares, options or derivatives of a listed company) while … Read more
Fuel tax credits provides you with a credit (in dollars) for the fuel tax (excise or customs duty) that’s included in the price of fuel used in eligible business activities. Before claiming fuel tax credits, make sure: the fuel you acquire for use is eligible the business activities are eligible. Check the fuel you used … Read more
Key points – The key changes are a wind back in negative gearing, the taxation of real capital gains, numerous moves to reduce regulation, and modest net budget cuts over five years. – The projected deficits are now slightly lower over the budget period by around $45bn, mainly due to more windfall revenue. – With … Read more
Providing perks to employees If you provide work vehicles or other perks to employees – even if they’re provided occasionally – you may be providing a fringe benefit. This means you could have FBT obligations for the FBT year (1 April 2026 – 31 March 2027). Many businesses provide fringe benefits without realising it. Fringe benefits are non-cash perks … Read more