24 Nov, 2025

Proposed Extension of the Instant Asset Write-Off and Other Tax Measures

A new Bill before Parliament – the Treasury Laws Amendment (Strengthening Financial Systems and Other Measures) Bill 2025 – proposes several key changes that could affect small businesses, listed companies,…

18 Nov, 2025

When Medical Bills Meet Tax Rules – Lessons from a Heartbreaking Case

Imagine this: after years of hardship and illness, you’re forced to retire early on a Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) pension from your super fund. It’s your only income stream.…

10 Nov, 2025

Super Tax Shake-Up: Big Balances Beware

If your super balance is comfortably below $3 million, you can probably relax — the proposed changes to the super rules shouldn’t adversely affect you (yet). But if your super…

28 Oct, 2025

Accessing superannuation funds for medical treatment or financial hardship

Superannuation is one of the largest assets for many Australians and offers significant tax advantages, however, strict rules apply to when it can be accessed. While super is most commonly…

24 Oct, 2025

Government Review of Supermarket Unit Pricing: What It Could Mean for Your Business

The Federal Government recently wrapped up a consultation process on supermarket unit pricing. While the topic might sound like a purely consumer issue, it could have very real commercial impacts…

14 Oct, 2025

ATO Interest Charges Are No Longer Deductible – What You Can Do

Leaving debts outstanding with the ATO is now more expensive for many taxpayers. As we explained in the July edition of our newsletter, general interest charge (GIC) and shortfall interest…

7 Oct, 2025

Trust Resolutions – Why Timing and Evidence Matter

A recent decision of the Administrative Review Tribunal (Goldenville Family Trust v Commissioner of Taxation [2025]) highlights the importance of documentation and evidence when it comes to tax planning and the…

30 Sep, 2025

Non-compete clauses: the next stage

Back in March this year the Government announced its intention to ban non-compete clauses for low and middle-income employees and consult on the use of non-compete clauses for those on…

28 Sep, 2025

The one big, beautiful bill that may not be so beautiful for Aussies

You may have seen the viral headline about a new U.S. tax bill called the One Big Beautiful Bill, but what does it mean for Australian investors, especially super funds…

22 Sep, 2025

Creating a more dynamic and resilient economy

The Productivity Commission (PC) has been tasked by the Australian Government to conduct an inquiry into creating a more dynamic and resilient economy. The PC was asked to identify priority…