myGov email scam
The ATO and Services Australia are warning the community about a new email impersonation scam that is doing the rounds. … Read More
Affected by a natural disaster?
The ATO has reminded businesses and individuals affected by the NSW and South-East Queensland floods in March, and by bushfires … Read More
COVID-19 and permanent establishments
Are you a foreign company with employees in Australia? The ATO has updated its guidance on whether the presence of … Read More
What has Parliament been up to?
A recent Bill contains amendments that will: exempt employers from FBT if they provide training or education to a redundant, … Read More
Key tax dates
Date Obligation 21 June 2021 May monthly BAS due 30 June 2021 Super guarantee contributions must be paid by this … Read More
JobKeeper scheme
COVID-19 measures: how your business might be affected The JobKeeper scheme ended on 28 March 2021. Your business does not … Read More
JobMaker hiring credit scheme
COVID-19 measures: how your business might be affected Don’t overlook the JobMaker Hiring Credit scheme (JobMaker) which was discussed in … Read More
Stimulus vouchers: How to report this in your tax
COVID-19 measures: how your business might be affected Most States and Territories are providing assistance to help boost local economies … Read More
SME loan guarantee scheme
COVID-19 measures: how your business might be affected The Government has announced an extension of the SME Recovery Loan Scheme, … Read More
Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) issues
New FBT thresholds and rates for 2021–22 The ATO has released new thresholds and rates for the 2021¬–22 fringe benefits … Read More
Fringe Benefit Tax FBT exemptions
If your business provides fringe benefits to employees, there are a number of FBT exemptions that are likely to be … Read More
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