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On 1 July 2025 the superannuation guarantee rate increased to 12% which is the final stage of a series of previously legislated increases. 

Employers currently need to make superannuation guarantee (SG) contributions for their employees by 28 days..

In support of young Australians and in response to the rising cost of living, the Australian Government has passed legislation to reduce student loan debt by 20% and change the way that loan repayments are determined. This should help students..

The Chief Commissioner has recently assessed Uber as liable for payroll tax and interest in the sum of approximately $81 million for the financial years 2015 to 2020 pursuant to the Payroll Tax Act 2007 (NSW) (Payroll Tax Act).

This decision has..

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.

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

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.

Those with large superannuation balances will be disappointed that the 30% tax on super earnings on balances above $3 million remains in place, this is set to commence from 1 July 2025.

Now's the time to review what strategies you can use to minimise your tax before 30 June 2024. 

From 1 July 2024, the amount you can contribute to super will increase. We show you how to take advantage of the change. 

Australians love property and the lure of a 15% preferential tax rate on income during the accumulation phase, and potentially no tax during retirement, is a strong incentive for many SMSF trustees to dream of large returns from property..