In this edition, we explore the proposed 30% floor on capital gains and what it could mean for investors. We also separate fact from fiction on negative gearing reforms, examining what may change and what could remain the same. Additionally, … Read More

Act before 30 June to put yourself in the strongest financial position by finalising your trust distribution in line with ATO requirements, preparing your payroll systems for the introduction of payday super from 1 July, understanding how the latest trust … Read More

This month we cover several practical updates that will matter for businesses and individuals as we head towards the financial year-end. The ATO’s revised EV home-charging rate delivers more generous deductions for work-related car claims and can impact on FBT … Read More

This month we step through the newly enacted Division 296 superannuation tax—what it means for those with large super balances, how it will operate in practice, and the planning opportunities now available. We also bring a clear message for business … Read More

This month we focus on key developments and practical guidance for business owners, property holders, and SMSF trustees navigating complex tax obligations. We begin with a deep dive into Director Penalty Notices (DPNs), highlighting the Tax Ombudsman’s review in response … Read More

More than 25 years in accounting, and I’m still driven by the same purpose: to learn, to improve, and to help businesses grow. Proud of the journey, humbled by the lessons, and inspired by what’s next. To read my feature … Read More

This month we look at the ATO’s sharpened compliance focus across property, business incentives and emerging technologies. New draft guidance on holiday homes signals a much tougher approach to deductions for short-term rentals, particularly where lifestyle use blurs with genuine … Read More

From payroll reform to professional development, this issue explores several important topics for businesses and investors. We unpack the new Payday Super laws that will soon change how employers handle super contributions and clarify when further study — like an … Read More

This month brings a mix of tax reform, real-world lessons, and practical planning insights. We unpack the Government’s latest announcements on the proposed overhaul of the super tax rules that will reshape strategies for those with balances above $3 million. … Read More

The past few months have brought some important developments that could have real consequences for business owners, trustees, and investors. From a recent Tribunal case that highlights why timing and evidence are crucial when it comes to trust distributions (and … Read More