The national minimum wage will increase to $812.60 per week, or $21.38 per hour, after a decision by the Fair Work Commission exceeds the government’s suggested 5.1% increase. The Commission decided to increase modern award minimum wages by 4.6% subject to a minimum increase for adult award classifications of $40 per week (full-time). The increase […]
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Two important changes to superannuation will apply from 1 July 2022. As a business owner, it is important that you understand what these are, what they mean for your business and what actions you need to take. Super Guarantee rate will increase from 10% to 10.5% As a business owner, you usually need to pay
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With the end of financial year only a month away, it is time to get your tax affairs in order and be aware of what opportunities may be available to maximise your tax deductions for the 2021-22 financial year. In this article, we highlight some of our top tax tips for businesses and individuals to
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The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has announced its 2022 tax-time hit list. The four priorities for the ATO this tax time are: Record-keeping Work-related expenses Rental property income and deductions Capital gains from crypto assets, property and shares ATO assistant commissioner Tim Loh said the ATO was targeting problem areas where it saw people making mistakes.
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While the ATO put most overdue tax collection on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic, it has recently recommenced some debt collection activity. This includes the issuing of Director Penalty Notices (DPN). This article explores Director Penalty Notices and what happens if you receive one. Directors become personally liable for a penalty equal to the value
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The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training administers grants and programs to help Queensland small business continue to recover, grow and thrive by committing grant funds for businesses to increase key capabilities, embrace innovation and assist high-growth businesses to capitalise on opportunities. Round 3 of the small business basics grants program opens on Wednesday 4
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With the annual Easter holiday period this weekend, it brings with it a range of public holidays and trading restrictions across Australia. Each Australian state and territory have different laws that govern public holidays and trading over Easter, so it’s important be informed about the rules and regulations where you do business. This article details the
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The Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg handed down the 2022–23 Federal Budget on 29 March 2022. In an economy emerging from the pandemic, the Treasurer confirmed an unemployment rate of 4% and an expected budget deficit of $78 billion for 2022–23. As international uncertainties add pressure on the cost of living, key measures in the budget
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Brisbane residents affected by the February rain event are being offered further support via Brisbane City Council’s rates rebate. A $250 rebate is available to eligible residents and businesses on their next rates bill. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner also announced that every residential rates notice across Brisbane for the April quarter will be postponed by
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