The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) – Act Now, Stay Secure What is Ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malicious software (malware). When it gets into your device, it makes your computer or its files unusable. Cybercriminals use ransomware to…
Tax fraud, evasion and crime is not victimless, it’s a serious offence that takes money away from the community and away from essential services like health and education. The ATO has called on the public not to get involved in…
There are a number of government services geared towards making life easier for those considering going into a business and business owners wishing to improve or develop their business. Australian Small Business & Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) The key functions…
The Taxable Payments Annual Report Lodgement Due Date – 28th August Annually The Taxable Payments Annual Report (TPAR) must be lodged by 28th August each year. If your business makes payments to contractors you may need to report these payments in a…
Employers have to give every new employee a copy of the Fair Work Information Statement before, or as soon as possible after, they start their new job. Employers also have to give every new casual employee a copy of the…
REMINDER: Super Changes From July 1 2023 Important changes to SG Super to be aware of from 1 July 2023 Superannuation Increase to 11% From 1 July 2023 the Superannuation Guarantee increases from 10.5% to 11%. Employers will need to…
Understanding RAM, Access Manager & the difference between Online Services for Agents & Online Services for Business There is some confusion about RAM and Access Manager in relation to the Online Service for Agent and Online Services for Business (OSFB).…
Update for ASIC Registered Agents We are letting you know about the director identification number (director ID) requirement that is now available on the new Australian Business Registry Services (ABRS) website. ABRS is a new service, managed by the Australian…
Employee or Independent Contractor? Written by: Institute or Certified Bookkeepers The recent High Court’s approach provides greater certainty for businesses who have properly recorded their independent contractor relationships in written contracts that accurately reflect the nature of the relationship. If…