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August 23, 2026
Most Australians assume gambling winnings are tax-free, and for the everyday punter having a flutter that is usually right — a casual win at the casino […]
August 17, 2026
If a family member overseas is planning to send you money, there is a Full Federal Court decision you should read about first. Rene Cheung retired […]
August 10, 2026
Every accountant hears it. I have to wear a suit to see clients. The army makes me keep my hair short. I pay a parking fine […]
August 4, 2026
There are two clean ways to fund a trust investment with borrowed money and keep the interest deductible. There is also a common approach that does […]
July 26, 2026
Millions of Australians worked from home at some point during the 2025-26 financial year, and many are entitled to claim a deduction on their tax return […]
July 19, 2026
Australia’s national minimum wage increased by 4.75% on 1 July 2026, following a decision handed down by the Fair Work Commission on 2 June 2026. The […]
July 13, 2026
The start of a new financial year brings updated superannuation contribution limits, and for 2026-27, both caps have moved upward. Whether you are looking to grow […]
July 7, 2026
If you own a rental property — especially one that doubles as a holiday home or is listed on a platform like Airbnb or Stayz — […]
June 29, 2026
What is Division 296? Division 296 is an additional tax on the taxable earnings of superannuation balances above $3 million. Formally known as the Building a […]
June 29, 2026
What the law covers The Tax Reform No. 1 Act 2026 does not contain any measures dealing specifically with the taxation of trusts. What it does […]
June 28, 2026
Payday Super begins on 1 July 2026 One of the most significant payroll changes in years takes effect from 1 July 2026. Under the Payday Super […]
June 22, 2026
If you run a self-managed super fund, the end of the financial year is not something you can leave until July. There are specific obligations that […]
June 14, 2026
If you own a rental property, the weeks leading up to 30 June are an important time to take stock. Rental properties are one of the […]
June 8, 2026
With the end of the financial year just weeks away, most business owners are heads-down managing day-to-day operations. But this is precisely the time to pause […]
June 3, 2026
Most people assume superannuation contributions are either made by their employer or set up through salary sacrifice. But there’s a third option many Australians overlook — […]
May 24, 2026
One of the most significant announcements in the 2026 Federal Budget — and for many small business owners, one of the most concerning — was the […]
May 18, 2026
For years, the $20,000 instant asset write-off has been a lifeline for small businesses — letting you immediately deduct the full cost of eligible assets rather […]
May 11, 2026
Payday Super Starts 1 July 2026 — Your Employer Checklist One of the biggest changes to hit Australian payroll in a generation is now less than […]