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8 ways to kick start a successful year
The start of the year is a great time to reflect on the successes of the year that was and picture the achievements you could reach in the year ahead. Astute business operators harness the perspective that comes with a new year to define and refine their New Year’s resolutions and business goals. With this in mind, here are 8 tips to kick start your year to reach your full potential in 2022.
Changes to child care subsidy
ASIC issues hefty fine for non-compliance
Following a recent investigation by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), a foreign controlled agricultural production company has been fined $300,000 for failing to comply with financial reporting and company officer obligations.
Important Dates to remember in the new year
It’s that time of year when many businesses close or scale down to minimum staff over the festive season giving business owners and staff a well-deserved break.
Changes allow catch up superannuation contributions
Are you looking to boost your super savings and claim extra tax deductions? Find out more about the important changes in superannuation law that allow people to do just that.
Workplace sexual harassment regulation changes
November 11, 2021 heralds in a new era in workplace sexual harassment regulation with the commencement of the jurisdiction of the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to hear and determine applications for Stop Sexual Harassment orders.
Is your redraw facility wasting tax deductions?
Most investors are looking for a good deal to refinance their loans to take advantage of historically low interest rates. In this article, we explain the important tax differences between loan offset and redraw facilities – an insight that provides a key guide to optimising your finances.
New Director Identification Number requirements now in place
Backpacker tax discriminatory - Addy beats ATO
On 3 November 2021, The Australian High Court has allowed an appeal in the ‘Backpacker Tax’ case against the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
Super choice rules for new employees change from 1 November – What employers need to know
Employer obligations for identifying appropriate superannuation funds for new employees commences on 1 November 2021. While it is just one added step in the existing process, it will be an important one to ensure that the recent changes to the superannuation legislation deliver the benefits to employees that have been promised.