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As a boutique firm, we prioritise our clients by offering tax compliance, corporate compliance, business structuring, business advisory, superannuation, and cloud solutions.

12/05/2026

🚨 FEDERAL BUDGET 2026: 5 TAX TAKEAWAYS YOU NEED TO KNOW 🇦🇺💰😳🤯

The new Federal Budget has landed, and there are some BIG tax and property changes Australians should be aware of. Is this the biggest change since GST? Here are 5 key takeaways: 👇

1️⃣ Workers get more tax relief
Eligible workers will receive a new $250 Working Australians Tax Offset (WATO) from 2027–28, plus a $1,000 instant tax deduction for work-related expenses with no receipts required. Replaces the $300 no-receipt deduction threshold for work-related expenses

2️⃣ Property investors hit with major changes
Negative gearing will be limited to new builds only from 1 July 2027 for newly purchased properties. Existing investment properties are grandfathered in. Big implications for future investors and tax planning.

3️⃣ Capital Gains Tax rules changing
The current 50% CGT discount is being replaced with an inflation-based model, plus investors will face a minimum 30% tax on gains from 1 July 2027. This impacts property, shares, crypto, and other assets, even pre-cgt assets

4️⃣ $20,000 instant asset write off permanent for small businesses. Instead of reverting to $1,000 threshold as at 1 July 2026, $20,000 write off will be continuing. Deduction is available for the year they are used or installed

5️⃣ Family trusts under pressure
A new 30% minimum tax on discretionary trusts starts from 1 July 2028, which could impact many family businesses, investment structures and flexibility for family owners and business owners currently use to distribute. Time to review your setup early.

📌 What does this mean for you?
Tax planning is no longer a “June problem” — these changes could affect your investments, deductions, and long-term wealth strategy.

📩 DM us to review your tax strategy before EOFY.

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04/05/2026

📌 Tax reminder dates for May are here!

Stay ahead of your compliance deadlines and avoid last-minute stress.

🗓️ Key dates to note:
• 15 May – Final day to lodge 2025 tax returns for all remaining entities
• 21 May – Lodge & pay April monthly BAS/IAS + final date to prepare your own FBT return
• 26 May – Lodge & pay eligible Q3 (Jan–Mar) activity statements via tax agent
• 28 May – Lodge & pay Superannuation Guarantee Charge statement (if super contributions were missed on 28 April)

Save this post as you don’t want to miss an important due date.

Need help with your tax, BAS, or compliance obligations? Get in touch with our team today ✅

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06/04/2026

📋 Free Tax Deduction Checklist — Download Yours Before June

Tax time comes around fast… and most people forget deductions simply because they don’t track them during the year.

That’s why we created a free tax deduction checklist to help you stay organised before 30 June.

Inside the checklist you’ll find common deductions like:

✔️ Work-from-home expenses
✔️ Work equipment & tools
✔️ Superannuation contributions

02/04/2026

Hey small business owners, enployees, bookkeepers and accountants — April is here and so are some important deadlines! 🗓️

Let’s break it down nice and simple:

✅21 April
Lodge and pay your March Monthly Activity Statements. If you’re a head company of a consolidated group, your Q3 PAYG instalment is also due today.

✅28 April
Your Q3 GST Activity Statements are due if lodging by yourself
PAYG and GST instalment notices are all due for lodgment and payment.
And super important — your Quarter 3 Super Guarantee contributions need to be received by the superfund by this date. Not just sent. Actually received!
If you’re paying through a clearing house, give yourself plenty of lead time — processing delays are on you, not them.

Miss the 28 April super deadline? You’ll be up for the Super Guarantee Charge, which costs more than your regular SG and isn’t tax deductible. An SGC statement will also need to be lodged with the ATO by 28 May.

Stay ahead, stay compliant, and if you’re ever unsure — reach out to your accountant or bookkeeper before the deadline, not after! 💙

31/03/2026

🚨 ATO Is Watching — 5 Deduction Red Flags to Avoid This Year

Every tax time, the ATO focuses on claims that don’t add up. If your deductions look unusual, it can increase the chance of your return being reviewed.

Here are 5 common red flags to avoid 👇

❌ Claiming your commute to work
Travel between home and your regular workplace is usually not deductible.

❌ Claiming 100% of a personal expense
If something is used for both work and personal use (like your phone or internet), you can only claim the work-related portion.

❌ Work-from-home estimates without records
The ATO now requires actual records of hours worked from home.

❌ Clothing that isn’t work-specific
Regular clothes (even if you only wear them to work) generally can’t be claimed.

❌ Round-number deductions with no receipts
Large claims without documentation can attract attention.

💡 The rule is simple:
If it’s directly related to earning your income and you can prove it, it may be deductible.

Smart claims > risky claims.

Unsure of what to claim, reach out and contact us

29/03/2026

🧰 Tradies, Nurses, Teachers & More — Your Industry-Specific Deductions

Different jobs come with different tax deductions, but many people miss the ones specific to their industry.

Here are a few common examples 👇

👷 Tradies
• Tools and equipment
• Protective clothing & safety gear
• Work-related vehicle travel between job sites
• Trade licences and certifications

🏥 Nurses & Healthcare Workers
• Scrubs and protective clothing
• Union or professional memberships
• Training and professional development
• Work-related travel between workplaces

📚 Teachers
• Teaching resources and classroom supplies
• Professional development courses
• Union fees
• Working-from-home hours for lesson planning and marking

💡 The key rule: the expense must be directly related to earning your income, and you need records or receipts.

A lot of people only claim the obvious deductions — but industry-specific expenses can make a big difference at tax time.

Get in touch with us to know more

26/03/2026

⏰ The Super Contribution Clock Is Ticking — 30 June Comes Fast

If you’re planning to make extra super contributions this financial year, the deadline is closer than you think.

Making additional contributions before 30 June may help you:

✔️ Boost your retirement savings
✔️ Potentially reduce your taxable income
✔️ Take advantage of unused contribution caps (if eligible)

Some common strategies include:
• Personal deductible contributions
• Salary sacrifice contributions
• Catch-up concessional contributions

⚠️ Important: Contributions must reach your super fund before 30 June, not just be transferred on the day.

Every super fund has different cut-off dates, so leaving it until the last minute can mean missing out.

If you’re thinking about topping up your super this year, now is the time to start planning.

DM us to know more

24/03/2026

“Real Clients, Real Savings — What We Found That Others Missed”
💰 How One Client Claimed $4,200 They Didn’t Know They Were Owed

A new client came to us after lodging their own tax return, they thought everything was already claimed.
After reviewing their situation, we found several deductions they had been missing, including:

✔️ Work-from-home expenses ✔️ Depreciation on work equipment ✔️ Professional development costs ✔️ Work-related travel

Once everything was reviewed and correctly included, their tax position changed significantly — resulting in $4,200 they didn’t realise they were entitled to.

👀 The reality is, many people miss deductions simply because they don’t know what they can claim or how to document it properly.
Real clients. Real savings. Just a thorough review of the details others often overlook.

If you’re unsure whether you’re claiming everything you’re entitled to, it might be worth getting a second look.
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08/03/2026

Super Guarantee Rate Reminder

📢 Reminder: The Super Guarantee (SG) rate is currently legislated at 12%.

Make sure your payroll system reflects:
✔ Correct SG percentage
✔ Accurate calculation on ordinary time earnings
✔ On-time super payments

Check official updates from the Australian Taxation Office.

05/03/2026

📅 Q1 Important Dates Are Here!

March is a big one for lodgements — make sure you’re ahead of the deadlines 👇

✔️ 3 March – Lodge & pay Q2 activity statements
✔️ 23 March – Lodge & pay February activity statement
✔️ 31 March – 2025 income tax due + update company car logbooks

Don’t leave it to the last minute ⏳ Staying organised now saves stress (and penalties) later.

If you’re unsure what applies to you, reach out — we’re here to help. 💼✨

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01/03/2026

Who Needs to Comply?

👩‍💼👨‍💻 Are you an employer in Australia?

If you pay employees, you’ll need to:
✔ Pay super on payday
✔ Ensure payments are received by the employee’s super fund on time
✔ Keep compliant payroll records

Why it matters: There is a cashflow change, no more quarterly payments

Prepare early: Why not start early rather than waiting, start by paying super monthly, build the habit early and smooth out cashflow and identify payroll issues sooner.

Feel free to contact us for a chat ✅

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