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Key Dates: January 2025
Here are a few dates to pencil in for the new year. January 21:...
ASIC’s 2025 enforcement priorities: A compliance checklist
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) declared its 2025 enforcement priorities in November. ASIC’s...
Are you across the new wage theft and underpayment laws?
New wage theft and underpayments laws will go into effect in January 2025 as part...
Seven best practices for succession planning
Succession planning is often something that businesses will delay until times of crisis. However, without...
Snowball effect: accounting for the festive season
The festive season is a challenging period for businesses across many sectors. Variations in operational...
Keys to strong leadership: driving stability in business
A strong business requires strong leadership. Leadership requires more than managing tasks or overseeing...
Key Dates – December 2024
December 1: Payment of income tax for medium and large taxpayers, super funds and companies...
Expert insights: the benefits of a business advisor
There are many complexities to owning a business. In the current economic climate, with corporate...
Il Locale Pizzeria fired for growth with plans in the oven
Il Locale Owner and Director Mat Bourget has his sights set on growth, laying the...
Key Dates – November 2024
November 21: Lodge and pay October business activity statements (if lodged monthly) November 25: Lodge...
Optima Partners Midland – Grand Opening
Optima Partners officially opened the doors of its Midland office in October. The office, located...
Tax time made easy: A small business guide to deductions
The small business sector is the backbone of the Australian economy, representing over 95% of...

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No silver bullet: Plumbing Bros founder discusses expansion
Plumbing Bros Director and CEO James Riddle is no stranger to adversity in business. Despite numerous...
Controversial super tax remains in limbo
The Treasury Laws Amendment Bill 2023, containing the controversial Division 296 tax on superannuation balances...
Key Dates – March 2025
21 March : Lodgement and payment of February 2025 monthly business activity statement. 31...
Buying a business: Seven best practices
Buying a business is great option for entrepreneurs looking to break into the market, and...
2024 -25 Fringe Benefits Tax Year: Preparing for the 21 May Deadline
March 31 marks the end of the 2024-25 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year, meaning that...
Increased Cost of Tax Debt: ATO Crackdown Continues
From July 1, 2025, the general interest charge (GIC) and shortfall interest charge (SIC) will...
SMSF Investment rules and options: A Comprehensive Guide
A self-managed super fund (SMSF) is a popular method of superannuation management that allows for...
Choosing the Best Client Accounting Software for Your Business
Good client accounting software is essential for business growth and improvement. The right software will...
Key Dates: February 2025
Here a few important dates to pencil into your February calendar. February 21: Lodgement...
15% Withholding on Property Sales: New Tax Rule for Australian Sellers in 2025
As of January 1, 2025, all Australian residents for tax purposes must provide a clearance...