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Bankruptcy, Superannuation & What Comes Next

Have you ever wondered what happens to superannuation when someone claims bankruptcy? Bankruptcy is a legal process that can be commenced when you are declared unable to pay your debts. It is a process that can release you from most debts, provide…

Why Can A Conflict Of Interest Be A Serious Issue In SMEs?

Business

As a small business, conflicts of interest can be a major issue (particularly when you have a small number of employees). Conflicts of interest are often a trigger for workplace tension and gossip, reducing productivity and damaging employee…

Flexible Working Arrangements In The New Financial Year

Legal

Changes to flexible working arrangements have been in place since 6 June 2023. If you haven’t done so already, now is the time to get acquainted with the new legislation (The Secure Jobs, Better Pay Act 2022 (Act)). The legislation has updated…

Unpaid Super Is The Worst Form Of Wage Theft – Have You Checked?

Super

Do you trust that your employer is paying you the right amount of superannuation just because it says so on your payslip? Every year, thousands of employers fail to pay their staff the correct amount of superannuation, costing those workers…

Are You A Home-Based Business? Here’s How To Maximise Your Tax Deductions.

Tax

Small business owners may be able to claim deductions for the costs of using their home as a principal place of business when filing their income tax returns. A home-based business is one where an area of your home is set aside and used exclusively…

A Case For Workplace Policies

Legal

Workplace policies are not reserved for big corporations; small businesses are increasingly subject to unfair dismissal and adverse action claims that could be minimised by implementing workplace policies. Now is an excellent time for employers…

Strategies For Negotiating Conflict Within The Workplace

People

Conflict within the workplace can become a problematic issue to resolve if handled improperly. You don’t want to be caught in the middle of a dispute when in the workplace. Whether it’s between workers, employees against the manager or even…

Are You In A Position To Boost Your Spouse’s Super?

Super

Depending on your relationship, you may have discussed with your partner the prospect of marriage. Or you might be more comfortable remaining in a long-term de facto relationship (especially since many de facto relationships have similar rights…

WFH, Mobiles, Meals & Motor Vehicles – Who’s In The Firing Line With The ATO?

Tax

It’s that time of the year again! At the end of the financial year, the ATO announces a range of tax hotspots they’ll be paying careful attention to in individual income tax returns lodged. This year, be wary of making mistakes while claiming…

A Change Is Coming To The Child Care Subsidy

Money

Childcare is of the most critical and potentially debilitating costs that can affect families in Australia. In the new financial year (commencing this month, July 2023), changes are coming to family payments that could greatly aid your particular…

Capital Ideas To Raise Business Funding

Business

Raising capital is essential when aiming to grow or finance your business with new ideas. While it certainly isn’t easy to do, there are a few tips you can keep in mind. Build A Strong Company Identity: In order to attract general interest…

Cars, Phones, Laundry: What Can Tradies Claim In 2023?

Tax

Are you involved in a trade, or do you know someone who is involved in one? It’s vital that these individuals understand what they can claim work-wise on their tax returns this year (and that they should be preparing for it sooner rather than…