Navigate Accounting Solutions

09/05/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day 🌸

Today we celebrate all the incredible mums, grandmothers, step-mums, carers, and mother figures who give so much every single day. ❤️

Thank you for the love, support, strength, and patience you show to your families and communities. Your hard work never goes unnoticed.

Wishing all the amazing mums a relaxing and joy-filled Mother’s Day spent with the people who matter most. 💐

— Navigate Accounting Solutions Pty Ltd

24/04/2026

🌺 ANZAC Day – Lest We Forget

Today we pause to remember and honour the courage, sacrifice, and spirit of the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Their bravery, resilience, and mateship have shaped the nation we live in today.

We are forever grateful.

Lest we forget

13/04/2026

Expecting a baby? Don’t assume — know your parental leave entitlements 👇

06/02/2026

📢 Payday Super is coming
From 1 July 2026, super must be paid at the same time as wages.
Now’s the time to make sure your payroll and accounting systems are up-to-date so you’re ready.

Further info in link below.
— Navigate Accounting Solutions

ATO deputy commissioner Emma Rosenzweig has encouraged employers to start getting their systems in place ahead of the Payday Super laws on 1 July 2026.

26/01/2026

🇦🇺 Happy Australia Day! 🇦🇺

Wishing all our clients and community a safe and enjoyable Australia Day.

Please note: our office is closed today for the public holiday.

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Navigate Accounting Solutions

14/01/2026

📣 December 2025 Super Due – Employers Reminder

Superannuation for December 2025 must be paid by 28 January 2026.

✔️ Applies to all eligible employees
⚠️ Late payments may result in penalties and the Superannuation Guarantee Charge (SGC)

Get it done early and start the year compliant.

👉 Need help? Navigate Accounting Solutions is here to assist.
📩 Message us today

13/01/2026

💰 Why am I not getting a tax refund?

A tax refund isn’t a bonus from the ATO — it’s simply a refund of tax you’ve overpaid during the year.

You may not receive a refund if:
▪️ Your employer withheld the right amount of tax
▪️ You received Centrelink or other taxable income
▪️ You have a HELP/HECS student loan
▪️ Medicare levy or private health rules apply
▪️ You worked multiple jobs
▪️ Your deductions were lower than expected

👉 No refund doesn’t mean your tax return is wrong — it often means your tax was calculated correctly throughout the year.

If your result looks different this year or doesn’t make sense, it’s worth getting advice.

📩 Navigate Accounting Solutions — here to help you understand your tax, not guess it.

11/01/2026

🔍 ATO Tax Focus Areas for 2026 – What You Need to Know

As we head into 2026, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has made it clear where their compliance spotlight is shining. If you’re a small business owner or individual taxpayer, now is the time to get things right.

Here are the key areas the ATO is closely reviewing:

✅ Work-related expense claims
Only claim what you’re entitled to – and make sure you have records to back it up.

✅ Rental properties
Incorrect deductions, private use, and inflated repairs are high on the ATO’s radar.

✅ Cash economy & undeclared income
The ATO is using advanced data-matching to identify income that hasn’t been reported.

✅ Business losses & personal use of business assets
Claiming losses or expenses that aren’t genuinely business-related can trigger reviews.

✅ GST & BAS reporting
Late lodgements, errors, and mismatches are being actively followed up.

⚠️ The ATO is increasingly using data-matching and AI tools, meaning discrepancies are easier to detect than ever.

💡 Our advice:
Don’t wait for an ATO letter. A quick review now can save stress, penalties, and interest later.

📞 Need help reviewing your tax position or upcoming lodgements?
Get in touch with Navigate Accounting Solutions — we’re here to keep you compliant and confident.

08/01/2026

💡 3 Smart Ways to Save Tax in Your Business 💡

Running a business? Here are three often-missed tax tips that can make a real difference 👇

✅ 1️⃣ Consider paying yourself a salary
Depending on your structure, paying yourself a salary (instead of only drawings) may help manage tax and super more effectively.

✅ 2️⃣ Pay super on time
Late super = not tax deductible ❌
Paying super by the due date protects both your tax deduction and your employees.

✅ 3️⃣ Write off bad debts
If customers are no longer going to pay, make sure uncollectable invoices are written off as bad debts — otherwise you may be paying tax on income you’ll never receive.

📊 Every business is different, so tailored advice matters.
If you’re unsure whether you’re maximising your tax position, let’s chat.

📞 Navigate Accounting Solutions 0401 811 889 
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05/01/2026

💰 Topic of the day: Payday Super – starting 1 July 2026

From 1 July 2026, employers will be required to pay superannuation at the same time as wages – no more quarterly super payments.

🔹 Super must be paid on or before each payday
🔹 Applies to all employees
🔹 Helps employees grow their retirement savings sooner
🔹 Late payments may attract penalties and interest

This is a major change for businesses and will impact cash flow, payroll processes, and compliance.

👉 Not sure how this will affect your business?
Now is the time to review your payroll setup and plan ahead.

📞 Contact Navigate Accounting Solutions today to make sure you’re ready for Payday Super and stay compliant with confidence.