ACT TAX GROUP

16/07/2026

Do you actually know if your GST and Xero are set up correctly?

Most small business owners set it up once and never check again.

If your BAS figures never quite add up, that is usually where the problem starts.

Our Getting Started package covers GST, BAS, ABN and Xero setup from the beginning so you have a solid foundation to build on.

$630. Online. Self-paced. 12 months access. Currently discounted from $700.

Enroll in the Getting Started package for structured training on GST, BAS, ABN and Xero setup: https://acttaxacademy.com.au/product/starter-bundle-bookkeeping-course/

15/07/2026

Plan, Build and Manage ATO Compliance with Proper Tax Record-Keeping!

Tax compliance isn't made overnight, and it can be hard to know what records to focus your resources on.

With proper record-keeping systems, you can prioritise your compliance work, boost business confidence and uncover protection opportunities that'll keep your arborist business growing, no matter what ATO requirements come up.

Ready to see how it works? Contact Us to learn more:
📞 Call us: (02) 6190 7828
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🌐 Website: www.acttaxgroup.com.au
Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.

Learn how long arborists should keep ATO tax and bookkeeping records for income, assets, staff and CGT. Schedule a complimentary consultation today.

14/07/2026

Some arborist jobs come with extra job-related costs, such as council permits, traffic-control fees and disposal expenses.

When these costs are buried in general expenses, it can make job-level reporting harder to review.

Coding them consistently against the relevant job, where appropriate, may help make your reports easier to understand and support more organised bookkeeping records.

Book a consultation with ACT Tax Group to organise how job-related expenses are tracked in your accounts.

Contact Us to learn more:
📞 Call us: (02) 6190 7828
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.acttaxgroup.com.au

Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.

13/07/2026

Plan, Calculate and Manage Your Medicare Levy with Smart Invoice Set-Asides!

Tax time surprises aren't made overnight, and it can be hard to know what to set aside when you're running sparkies and apprentices on tight cash flow.

With proper Medicare levy planning, you can prioritize your invoice set-asides, avoid end-of-year shocks and keep your cash flow steady, no matter what the ATO throws at you.

Ready to see how much you should be setting aside? Contact Us to learn more:
📞 Call us: (02) 6190 7828
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🌐 Website: www.acttaxgroup.com.au
Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.

Learn how to use a Medicare levy calculator to set aside the right amount from each electrical invoice. Schedule a complimentary consultation today.

12/07/2026

Quarterly super deadlines are not just about when you click pay.

For April to June wages, super contributions generally need to reach the employee’s super fund on or before 28 July 2026.

That means payment processing times can matter, especially if you use a clearing house or your payroll process has a few steps involved.

Reviewing payment timing early may help reduce avoidable compliance issues, including potential Super Guarantee Charge obligations if payments are received late.

Book an employer super compliance consultation with ACT Tax Group to check your June quarter SG obligations before the 28 July due date.
📞 Call us: (02) 6190 7828
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.acttaxgroup.com.au

General information only. Your obligations may depend on your circumstances.

10/07/2026

If your electrical business takes card payments, small fees can add up fast.

Coding merchant fees, surcharge income and payment platform charges clearly can make your bookkeeping easier to review and support cleaner reporting.

Keep records like bank statements, provider reports, invoices, receipts and fee summaries.

General information only. Treatment may depend on your circumstances.

Book a professional bookkeeping consultation with ACT Tax Group to get your business records set up clearly for tax time.
📞 Call us: (02) 6190 7828
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.acttaxgroup.com.au

Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.

08/07/2026

90% of family-run arborist businesses pay more tax than necessary!

If you want to avoid wasted tax and ATO compliance risks, discover how you can use proper income splitting strategies to reduce marginal tax rates, maximise family tax benefits and build sustainable business structures!

Why pay excessive tax when legitimate income splitting can help family members, trust distributions and company structures work together for your arborist business?

Learn how proper tax planning turns family involvement into genuine tax savings.

Contact Us to learn more:
📞 Call us: (02) 6190 7828
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.acttaxgroup.com.au

Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.

Learn how income splitting and marginal tax rates affect family-run arborist businesses and ATO compliance. Schedule a complimentary consultation today.

07/07/2026

For arborist business owners, clean books start with clear separation.

When owner drawings, private purchases and business expenses are mixed together, it can make reports harder to understand and year-end bookkeeping more time-consuming.

A simple record-keeping habit can help: keep personal spending separate from business costs wherever possible, and clearly identify owner drawings in your accounts.

This can make it easier to review cash flow, understand business performance and prepare better organised records when it is time to hand things over.

General information only. This is not personalised tax advice or advice about deduction outcomes.

Book a business bookkeeping consultation with ACT Tax Group to discuss cleaner, better organised records for your arborist business.
📞 Call us: (02) 6190 7828
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.acttaxgroup.com.au

Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.

06/07/2026

Prepare, Negotiate and Manage ATO Payment Plans with Expert Guidance for Electricians!

Tax debt management isn't straightforward, and it can be challenging to know how to approach the ATO with confidence.

With proper preparation and professional support, you can navigate payment plan negotiations effectively, protect your cash flow and secure arrangements that'll keep your electrical business running smoothly, no matter what financial pressures arise.

Ready to see how preparation works? Contact Us to learn more:
📞 Call us: (02) 6190 7828
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.acttaxgroup.com.au

Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.

Learn how electricians can prepare records and plan cash flow before requesting an ATO tax debt payment plan. Schedule a complimentary consultation today.

05/07/2026

If you run payroll, early July is a good time to review your STP data before finalisation.

Check payroll categories, employee details, PAYG withholding, super, allowances, and any reportable fringe benefits that may need to be included.

STP finalisation is generally due by 14 July each year.

General information only. Book a payroll compliance consultation with ACT Tax Group to check your STP finalisation obligations before 14 July.

📞 Call us: (02) 6190 7828
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.acttaxgroup.com.au

Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.