News & Reviews

Time’s running out for small business super clearing house users

Date posted: Monday, March 23, 2026

Time’s running out for small business super clearing house users If you’re one of the thousands of small businesses using the Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH), you need to act now. The service will permanently close on 1 July 2026. From that date, the SBSCH will no longer process payments or allow access to […]

Payday superannuation is law: make sure you’re ready

Date posted: Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Payday superannuation is law: make sure you’re ready The “payday super” legislation, now passed by Parliament, significantly changes how superannuation will be paid. From 1 July 2026, employers must pay their employees’ super contributions within seven business days of payday, replacing the quarterly system. Up to 30 June 2026, the existing super guarantee framework with […]

$20,000 instant asset write-off due for extension to 30 June 2026

Date posted: Friday, October 3, 2025

$20,000 instant asset write-off due for extension to 30 June 2026 Are you a small business owner planning to invest in new equipment or technology? The government is planning to extend the $20,000 instant asset write-off by a further 12 months until 30 June 2026. This measure was announced by the Treasurer as an election […]

ATO interest charges no longer tax-deductible for businesses

Date posted: Wednesday, September 10, 2025

ATO interest charges no longer tax-deductible for businesses Effective 1 July 2025, businesses can no longer claim income tax deductions for interest charges imposed by the ATO on unpaid or underpaid tax liabilities. This change applies to general interest charge (GIC) and shortfall interest charge (SIC) amounts incurred in income years starting on or after […]

Beyond the booking: tax implications for short-term rentals of your home

Date posted: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Beyond the booking: tax implications for short-term rentals of your home In today’s sharing economy, platforms like Airbnb have made it easier than ever to earn extra income by renting out a spare room or your entire home – but many Australians are unaware of the tax implications that come with these arrangements. Learn More […]