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How to Prepare Your Business for EOFY 2025

As 30 June approaches, it’s time for business owners to get their end-of-year tax planning in order. Taking the right steps now can help you maximise deductions, manage compliance risks, and reduce your overall tax bill. From paying super to..

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Tax deductions to avoid in 2025: work-related claims

With the 2025 tax season fast approaching the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is reminding taxpayers to be careful when claiming work related expenses.

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Why the ATO is targeting babyboomer wealth

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) thinks that wealthy babyboomer Australians, particularly those with successful family-controlled businesses, are planning and structuring to dispose of assets in a way in which the tax outcomes might not be in..

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5 Key GST considerations on the acquisition of a renewable energy project

When acquiring a renewable energy project, understanding the GST implications is crucial to ensure you are claiming the maximum GST credits while staying compliant with the ATO.

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When overseas workers are Australian employees

The Fair Work Commission has determined that a Philippines based "independent contractor" was an employee unfairly dismissed by her Australian employer.

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What makes or breaks Christmas?

The cost of living has eased over the past year but consumers are still under pressure. For business, planning is the key to managing Christmas volatility.

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Payday super: the details

‘Payday super’ will overhaul the way in which superannuation guarantee is administered. We will look at the first details and the impending obligations on employers.

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Employee shares vs. purchasing equity for Australian businesses

One of the key issues facing Australian businesses is attracting and retaining talented staff. While some businesses offer generous additional superannuation, health insurance, and life insurance benefits, it is becoming increasingly popular to..

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The tax consequences of inheriting cash and assets

Beyond the difficult task of dividing up your assets and determining who should get what, it’s essential to look at the tax consequences of how your assets will flow through to your beneficiaries. 

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Restructurings spike: are DPNs the cause?

Last month we witnessed an interesting phenomenon – around 300 Small Business Restructuring appointments were made in just two days. When you consider the usual number is between 15 and 40 SBR appointments a day, there’s obviously something going on..

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