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Tax Debt Firmly in the ATO’s Sights
September 19th, 2023If you have operated a business for the past few years, you are probably aware that the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) were a little more willing than normal to extend payment deadlines and work with businesses to ensure the prevailing economic conditions didn’t put them in dire financial straits. More recently, however, the ATO hasread more
Tax Lessons Learned from the 2023 Women’s World Cup
August 22nd, 2023Just like that, the Women’s World Cup is finished! Over the past month, we’ve seen an impressive run to the semifinals from the Aussies, a few favourites knocked out early, and some intense competition on the pitch. And wouldn’t you just know it, we’ve learned a few tax-related lessons along the way! If you’re readyread more
Commonwealth 25 Per Cent COVID Top-Up Payments
June 22nd, 2023Did your business receive payments through a COVID-19 Business Support Program? Depending upon which grant you received, your business may now be eligible for a 25 per cent top-up payment. Claims for the COVID-19 top-up payments will be open until the end of 30 June 2023 – given this short turnaround time it is criticalread more
McKinley Plowman Federal Budget Update 2023-24
May 10th, 2023The 2023-24 Federal Budget was handed down on Tuesday 9 May 2023 by Treasurer Jim Chalmers of the Albanese government. The budget will return to a $4 billion surplus this financial year, followed by a $13.9 billion deficit the following year. Treasury forecasts under this budget inflation will fall from 6% this year to 3.25%read more
Another ATO Rental Property Crackdown
May 5th, 2023Just as they did in 2019, the ATO are launching a campaign to target rental property owners who incorrectly report income and expenses. Data-matching efforts have identified a tax gap of approximately $1 billion, and unsurprising are looking to recoup those funds. Financial institutions are now obliged to share data with the ATO, and thereread more
McKinley Plowman’s Tax Time Tips
April 27th, 2023June 30 is fast approaching, and with it – tax time. While this isn’t a time of year many people get excited about, the potential for a tax refund may be something to look forward to. Even if you aren’t likely to get a refund, legally reducing your taxable income to minimise your tax liabilityread more
The Benefits of Tax Planning for Your Bottom Line
March 29th, 2023Tax Planning season is here! With 30 June fast approaching, now is the time to consider tax planning for your business. They say that if you fail to prepare, prepare to fail – or in this case, prepare to potentially deal with a hefty tax bill and disrupted cash flow! Getting a clear picture ofread more
Electric Vehicles – Efficient for the Environment… and Your Tax Bill?
November 11th, 2022As the world begins to embrace electric vehicles as a suitable alternative to fossil fuel-powered transport, the Australian Government has planned to reach “net zero emissions” following the passing of Climate Change Bills. The Government’s objective in providing the FBT exemption for electric cars is to encourage increased use of electric cars on the roadread more
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