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Get Your Business Ready for Payday Super
March 11th, 2026If you’re used to paying super quarterly, Payday Super will be one of the most significant payroll changes your business has faced in years. From 1 July 2026, superannuation contributions must be paid at the same time as your employees’ wages and received by their super fund within seven business days. For many business owners,read more
Design an Employee Share Scheme (ESS) That Actually Works
March 5th, 2026In today’s competitive labour market, retaining high-performing people is one of the greatest challenges facing Australian business owners. Salary alone is rarely enough. Senior leaders and high-potential employees increasingly want a stake in the business they’re helping to build. An Employee Share Scheme (ESS) can be a powerful way to align performance with long-term value,read more
Your 2025-26 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) Preparation Checklist
February 26th, 2026As we approach the end of the 2025–26 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year on 31 March 2026, now is the time for preparation and to take control of your obligations. FBT can become complex for some businesses, especially where vehicles, travel, entertainment, hybrid work arrangements and employee reimbursements, or a mix of these, are involved.read more
Four Days, Full Pay – Can Your Business Really Make a 4 Day Week Work?
September 3rd, 2025The Australian Council of Trade Unions’ (ACTU) renewed push for a 4-day work week with no pay reduction has reignited debate across boardrooms, break rooms, and political circles. Backed by international trials showing improved productivity and employee well-being, the proposal has its advocates. But for Australian business owners, the reality is complex. Let’s unpack theread more
National Minimum Wage Increase – Time to Review Your Payroll?
June 18th, 2025On 1 July 2025, the National Minimum Wage and award minimum wages increased by 3.5%. That means the new base rate for employees not covered by an award or enterprise agreement will increase to $948 per week or $24.95 per hour. At the same time, award minimums also rose by 3.5%, affecting many employees acrossread more
2025 End of Financial Year Business Preparation
June 13th, 2025At this time of year, we find ourselves having regular discussions with clients about best business practice for 2025 End of Financial Year preparations. This can include end of year payroll, transitioning to cloud-based software for the first time, changing software providers, or simply reviewing data file accuracy. A proactive approach and mindset are keyread more
2024-25 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) – Is Your Business Compliant?
March 7th, 2025The 2024-25 FBT Year ends on 31 March 2025… Attracting and retaining the best employees for your business is important - and many find that providing extra frills beyond traditional remuneration packages can be a great incentive to choose your business over another. A potential downside to this is that certain benefits may attract Fringeread more
Succession Planning – Building Your Business Legacy
May 24th, 2024As a hardworking business owner, you understand that success doesn’t come easily – it’s earned through hard work, dedication, and relentless effort. So, when it’s time to step back from your business, how do you know it is in a position to continue to thrive? That’s where succession planning comes in… Succession Planning – What’sread more
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