AML/CTF Tranche 2 Changes from 1 July 2026
What business owners, trusts, companies and SMSF clients should know about the AML/CTF Tranche 2 Changes effective from 1 July 2026 From 1 July 2026, Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws are being expanded to cover certain services provided by professional service firms, including accountants and trust and company serv
Everything You Need To Know About PayDay Super Starting 1 July!
Payday Super: Article At A Glance From 1 July 2026, employers must pay super on every payday — quarterly payments are gone for good. Super contributions must reach the employee’s super fund within seven business days of payday, not just leave your bank account. Super is now calculated on Qualifying Earnings — a new term […]
Why a War 12,000km Away Is Hitting Your Bottom Line
Australia’s Dangerous Fuel Dependency — and What It Means for Your Business By now, you’ve made the connection. The conflict in the Middle East. The price at the pump. The surcharges creeping into your supplier invoices. Most business owners have a working understanding of the cause. But there’s a significant gap between knowing that this […]
7 TAX PLANNING ADVANTAGES FOR 2026
Tax time provides an opportunity to thoughtfully review your finances and plan ahead. By planning early and getting professional advice about all possible deductions and steps you may need to put in place now, you can reduce stress and align your taxes with broader financial goals. A little proactive preparation allows you to engage […]
The US Dollar Decline: What It Means for Australian Business
Whilst there has been much media hype about the recent RBA interest-rate rise, a much quieter, yet potentially far more sinister macro-economic factor is at play! We’re talking about the standing of the US dollar – the global standard in “fiat currency” – for now anyway. It hit a four‑year low in late January, associated […]
5 Pieces of Good News for QLD Small to Medium Business in 2026
5 Pieces of Good News for QLD Small to Medium Business in 2026 Most of the Queensland business owners we speak with will tell you the same thing: the operating environment in 2026 still feels difficult. Costs remain elevated across the board. Compliance requirements continue to grow more complex. Profit margins are harder to protect. […]
Why Your First Monday Back is SO Important for 2026!
We’ve all felt it. That surge of optimism on New Year’s Day when the calendar resets and everything feels possible. The goals seem achievable, the plans feel solid, and this year – surely this year – will be different. Then the first Monday arrives. Look, we’re not here to be cynical about New Year’s resolutions […]
Did the RBA Just Kill the Rate-Cut Dream? An Overview for Business Owners and Investors.
Did the RBA Just Kill the Rate-Cut Dream? An Overview for Business Owners and Investors. Quick-Read Summary. Published: December 10 2025 Recently, the Reserve Bank of Australia on December 9 2025, decided to retain the cash rate at 3.6%, and it seems that it won’t be cutting it any time soon. The reason for this […]
Superannuation Payment Traps + “PayDay Super” Coming Soon – Details Revealed
Time’s running out faster than most business owners realise. From 1 July 2026, Australian businesses will need to pay superannuation contributions at the same time as wages – and honestly, this represents one of the most significant changes to our super system in decades. The Government introduced the Treasury Laws Amendment (Payday Superannuation) Bill
Property Investing ATO Targets: 5 Compliance Traps Examined
Quick Summary: The ATO has escalated enforcement of accurate tax returns for property investors by using AI and data-matching to identify an estimated $1.2+ billion tax gap from rental properties. Property investing ATO targets now focus on five critical areas: mixed loan interest claims, repair versus capital improvements, unreported income, joint ownership e