In Australia’s increasingly casualised workforce, driven in particular by the growth in the “gig economy”, it’s more important than ever to understand exactly what it means to be a “casual” employee. This is something that was considered in detail by the Albanese...
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Right to Disconnect Laws – How does it affect your business?
Well today is a significant day in Australian business, and not just because it's exactly 4 months until Christmas (scary, we know!). It's because when we get to work tomorrow, the new "Right to Disconnect," laws will apply. We hope and suspect that for most...
Balancing Team Allegiances and Business Goals!
Finals fever is here! AFL finals season has begun, and if your household is anything like our team members homes - things can get a little heated! An example is with our Business Services Manager and his wife - she backs the Swans, he cheers for the Giants and their...
Air New Zealand – A Pariah or a Victim?
Something which has received quite a bit of attention in the Business realm last week was regarding the story involving Air New Zealand. They are now the first major airline to admit publicly they won’t hit their (admittedly very ambitious) 2030 climate goal. It got...
Navigating Business Challenges
How your Accountant can help your Medium to Large business THRIVE! Running a medium to large business comes with unique challenges, from managing your complex financial structures to staying compliant with ever changing regulations (ASIC, ATO or the like). We have...
Don’t Discount the Little Guys!
There is lots of untapped knowledge in Australia’s small and mid-tier accounting firms, and its time the government took advantage of it, for their benefit and ours. Anyone who has ever tried to land a government contract knows how hard it can be. The barriers to...
News for EV drivers!
Have you purchased an electric vehicle (EV) that is utilised in your business? If you answer yes, there is some good news on the tax front. When it comes to EV’s: You do not pay Fringe Benefits Tax You do not pay luxury car tax Discover more about the EV exemption on...
How to protect yourself from trading Insolvent
It’s no secret – times are tough. Costs are rising, people are spending less, and good labour is hard to come by. There’s no shame in struggling to keep your business profitable; so many others are in the same position. What is essential however is that when you are...
Your Accountant & Financial Planner = Dream Team
Running a business is exhilarating. You are the captain of your own ship, charting a course towards success. But even the most seasoned entrepreneur will need a reliable crew. Here, enters your accountant and financial planner – we will be your secret weapon in the...