Your Knowledge October 2025

The past few months have brought some important developments that could have real consequences for business owners, trustees, and investors. From a recent Tribunal case that highlights why timing and evidence are crucial when it comes to trust distributions (and more broadly), to the practical impact of new rules which make ATO interest charges non-deductible, there’s a lot to...

Your Knowledge September 2025

There’s a bit to report on. Standouts include the RBA’s interest rate cuts, the strategy for creating a more dynamic and resilient economy and in a win for over 3 million Australians with student debt – they’ll see some of it wiped away with the Government’s fiscal wand.  We also cover the removal of the deduction concerning ATO interest charged on personal and...

Your Knowledge August 2025

As we move into the 2025/2026 financial year there are some key changes in tax, superannuation and compliance that are set to impact on a range of individuals....

Your Knowledge December 2024

Inside this month, the top Christmas party questions, what is ahead in 2025, and why a signature basketball shoe developed in conjunction with Matthew Dellavedova failed the R&D incentive core R&D activities...

Your Knowledge November 2024

Inside this month, the Fair Work Commission has determined that a Philippines based “independent contractor” was an employee unfairly dismissed by her Australian employer. We explore the impact and the issues for businesses engaging overseas team members.We also look at managing Christmas volatility, and how students can manage their loans....

Your Knowledge September 2024

Inside this month, the myGov tax scams and how to avoid them. We’ve had a lot of requests asking for this article from member firms trying to keep their clients out of strife!

Your Knowledge August 2024

Inside this month, when is a gift really a gift and what happens if the ATO takes a different view, Divorce and your business, as well as the changes in how tax practitioners work with clients.

Your Knowledge July 2024

Inside this month, what’s ahead for 2024-25. Another year of volatility or a return to stability? Plus, is your family home really tax free?

Your Knowledge June 2024

Inside this month, we’ve delivered an essential 30 June guideoutlining the areas at risk of increased ATO scrutiny and the opportunities to maximise deductions. 

The Price is Right Budget 2024-2025

Budget 2024-25 is a pre-election budget for the people with everyone getting a little something to ease cost of living pressures. Like the Price is Right gameshow, it will all come down to the price paid at the checkout.   For business, there is the extension of the $20k instant asset write-off again. The Government has also gone all in with its Future Made in Australia...