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Robin Hood tax changes to provide cost of living tax relief to more Australians
Following intense media speculation and despite promises even up until last week that there would be no changes to the legislated ‘Stage 3 tax cuts’, the Australian Prime Minister, Mr Anthony Albanese has now announced a proposal to change his Government’s tax policy.
Extraordinary Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants targeting South East Queensland severe storms and rainfall
CFO’s: Is your Finance team ready for an acquisition?
If your organisation completed an acquisition three months from now, would your finance team ride the wave or would the additional strain put it underwater?
Australian Government mid year economic & fiscal outlook
The Federal Treasurer Doctor, Jim Chalmers, handed down the Australian Government’s mid year economic and fiscal outlook (MYEFO) on 13 December 2023.
Queensland SMEs to benefit from new Backing Business in the Bush Fund
The Backing Business in the Bush Fund is a $50 million investment program delivered by the Queensland Treasury that offers cash grants to support Queensland small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in undertaking projects in regional Queensland. The fund aims to assist established SMEs facing challenges due to a tight labor market and rising costs. It targets SMEs with 5 to 199 employees, promoting growth, improving productivity, and sustaining or increasing employment and skills.
Mazars 2023 Taxvent calendar
With the festive season upon us Mazars Tax Specialists have compiled a Taxvent calendar with 12 tax tips to keep in mind this festive season.
ATO shifting to firmer debt collection activity
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has flagged a return to firmer debt collection actions after seeing a trend of profitable businesses that have the capacity to pay their tax debts but are actively choosing not to do so.
Tax exempt organisations required to lodge returns with the ATO
Organisations that previously had the option of self-assessing their income tax exemption status, are reminded that they will soon be required to submit an annual self-review report (a return) to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
How can you transition your business to the next generation?
As a business leader, you may be thinking about your retirement, and in that case, who will take over the family business. Thinking about what’s next means looking at the company at an operations, management, and ownership level.
Sexual harassment is a real and present risk for your business – act now
December 2023 sees the introduction of additional powers for the Human Rights Commission (the HRC). The HRC will have new powers to investigate and enforce regulations aimed at proactively eliminating all forms of sexual harassment in the workplace. This represents a significant shift in the regulatory landscape, underlining the urgency and importance of addressing this issue.