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The 2026–27 Federal Budget delivered a genuine package of measures for small and medium businesses.Key changes include:•...
29/05/2026

The 2026–27 Federal Budget delivered a genuine package of measures for small and medium businesses.

Key changes include:
• Permanent instant asset write-offs
• Loss carry-back returning permanently
• Start-up loss refundability
• Monthly PAYG reporting options
• R&D incentive reforms
• Changes to discretionary trusts and EV novated leases

Some measures take effect from 1 July 2026, while others arrive in 2027 and 2028 — giving businesses time to plan ahead.

At DFK Everalls, we help business owners understand how these changes may affect business structures, tax planning, cash flow and future investment decisions.

Read the full article here:
https://www.dfkeveralls.com/insights_post/2026-27-federal-budget-what-it-means-for-business-owners/

If you’d like to discuss your circumstances, speak with the DFK Everalls team to review how these changes may affect your business and long-term strategy.

The 2026–27 Federal Budget delivered some of the most significant changes to individual taxation in years.Major reforms ...
28/05/2026

The 2026–27 Federal Budget delivered some of the most significant changes to individual taxation in years.

Major reforms have been proposed across capital gains tax, negative gearing, discretionary trusts, individual tax rates and offsets — and several other areas affecting investors and taxpayers.

If you hold investment assets, operate through a trust, or are planning for retirement, these changes may affect your future strategy and tax position.

At DFK Everalls, we help clients understand how legislative changes impact their broader financial position and long-term planning decisions.

Read the full article here:
https://www.dfkeveralls.com/insights_post/2026-27-federal-budget-what-it-means-for-individuals-and-investors/

If you’d like to discuss your circumstances, speak with the DFK Everalls team to review how these changes may affect your tax position, investments and broader financial strategy.

27/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us on 14 May for our 2026–27 Federal Budget Boardroom Briefing.

With significant proposed changes across capital gains tax, negative gearing, discretionary trusts, small business measures and more, it was a valuable opportunity to unpack what the Budget may mean in practice for businesses, investors and families.

We appreciate everyone who attended and contributed to the discussions throughout the evening.

At DFK Everalls, we’re committed to helping clients understand how legislative and tax changes affect their broader financial position and future planning decisions.

Download the full DFK Everalls Federal Budget Tax & Super Overview here:
https://www.dfkeveralls.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DFK-Everalls-Tax-Super-Report_Final.pdf

The 2026–27 Federal Budget includes some of the most significant tax reforms in recent memory, with major proposed chang...
27/05/2026

The 2026–27 Federal Budget includes some of the most significant tax reforms in recent memory, with major proposed changes affecting investors, business owners, trusts and working Australians.

Key measures include:
• Changes to capital gains tax
• Restrictions to negative gearing
• A new minimum tax rate for discretionary trusts
• Permanent small business concessions
• A new Working Australians Tax Offset

These reforms may affect future decisions around investments, structures, business operations and tax planning.

At DFK Everalls, we help clients understand how legislative changes impact their broader financial position — and what actions may be worth considering before the rules take effect.

Download the full DFK Everalls Federal Budget Tax & Super Overview here:
https://www.dfkeveralls.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DFK-Everalls-Tax-Super-Report_Final.pdf

If you would like to discuss how these changes may affect your circumstances, speak with the DFK Everalls team.

Using company money for personal expenses might seem convenient — but it can lead to unexpected tax consequences under D...
11/05/2026

Using company money for personal expenses might seem convenient — but it can lead to unexpected tax consequences under Division 7A.

If amounts aren’t managed correctly, they may be treated as unfranked dividends, taxed at your personal rate.

In our latest insight, we explain:
• What Division 7A is
• Common mistakes the ATO sees
• How to avoid issues

Read more here:
https://www.dfkeveralls.com/insights_post/using-business-money-and-assets-for-personal-use-or-benefit/

If you’d like clarity on your situation, speak with the DFK Everalls team.

Final spots available – Federal Budget Boardroom BriefingThe Federal Budget is fast approaching, and this year’s announc...
08/05/2026

Final spots available – Federal Budget Boardroom Briefing

The Federal Budget is fast approaching, and this year’s announcements are expected to bring meaningful changes across tax, super and investment structures.

Treasurer Chalmers has signalled significant reform in the 12 May Federal Budget, with CGT discounts, negative gearing, superannuation concessions, and trust taxation all on the table. The details will matter, and so will the timing of any decisions you make in response.

Our May Boardroom Briefing is an opportunity to hear directly from the DFK Everalls team as we unpack what’s changed and what it means in practice.

📅 Thursday, 14 May
🕠 5:30–7:30pm | Drinks and nibbles provided

This is an in-person event only, and places are limited.

👉 Secure your spot:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/may-2026-federal-budget-boardroom-briefing-tickets-1987802116641

Payday Super starts 1 July 2026. Most employers think it just means paying super more often. It is actually more complex...
06/05/2026

Payday Super starts 1 July 2026. Most employers think it just means paying super more often. It is actually more complex than that.

From day one of employment, you need verified super fund details for every employee. Your payroll system needs to be correctly configured with an authorised approver. And payment approval must happen on pay day — delays that might have seemed minor before will not be acceptable under the new rules.

There is also a cash flow reality: research suggests the average SME with around 20 employees will need approximately $124,000 in additional working capital to manage the change.

If you have not reviewed your payroll processes and cash flow position yet, July is closer than it feels. We are helping clients work through their Payday Super readiness now. Talk to your DFK Everalls adviser.

Attention retail, pharmacy and fast-food employers: junior pay rates are changing.The Fair Work Commission has ruled tha...
04/05/2026

Attention retail, pharmacy and fast-food employers: junior pay rates are changing.

The Fair Work Commission has ruled that workers aged 18 to 20 under the General Retail, Pharmacy and Fast-Food Industry Awards must receive the full adult wage, phased in from 1 December 2026.

If your business operates under one of these awards, now is the time to audit your payroll and review your employment contracts. December may feel a long way off, but payroll changes of this kind take time to implement correctly.

We have a full guide available from GPHR Pty Ltd — get in touch with our team and we will send it through.

Alternatively, you can download the guide here:
https://www.dfkeveralls.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Junior-Rates-to-Increase-Article-April-2026.pdf

If your business has been hit by rising fuel costs, the ATO has a dedicated relief pathway open until 30 June.The Fuel R...
01/05/2026

If your business has been hit by rising fuel costs, the ATO has a dedicated relief pathway open until 30 June.

The Fuel Response Payment Plan allows eligible businesses to access flexible payment arrangements on existing or new ATO debts — up to 36 months, often with no upfront payment required. The ATO will also remit General Interest Charge from the date of application, provided you stay on track with instalments. Given GIC is no longer tax deductible from 1 July 2025, that remission alone makes this worth exploring.

You do not need to be in transport or logistics to qualify. If freight, supply chain or fuel costs have affected your ability to meet your tax obligations, you may be eligible.

Applications close 30 June 2026. Talk to us before you approach the ATO — we can review your position and negotiate on your behalf.

Last week, the DFK Everalls team were privileged to have Chaitanya Mawji from our DFK CIB firm in Parramatta come to vis...
27/04/2026

Last week, the DFK Everalls team were privileged to have Chaitanya Mawji from our DFK CIB firm in Parramatta come to visit us and present a great session on ESG and Climate Reporting issues and how we can help clients identify risks and opportunities.

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