by admin | May 7, 2026 | Did You Know, News
As tax time approaches, so does the annual spike in scam calls pretending to be from the ATO. These calls are becoming increasingly convincing — and increasingly costly for those who get caught by them.. The ATO has now launched a simple, powerful solution: the...
by admin | Apr 15, 2026 | Did You Know, News
The Better Targeted Superannuation Concessions measure (known as the Division 296 tax) is now law and takes effect from 1 July 2026. For those with large super balances, it’s important to understand what the new tax does, why it’s been introduced, and the practical...
by admin | Apr 15, 2026 | Did You Know, News
As Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) lodgement season approaches, family businesses should carefully review the perks they provide to working directors and family members. A high-profile case involving luxury vehicles provided to three brothers who run a large business empire...
by admin | Apr 15, 2026 | Did You Know, News
The ATO is turning up the heat on employers who provide work vehicles for private use. Sophisticated data-matching means assumptions and shortcuts can quickly lead to audits, penalties, interest charges – and even reputational damage. You can see the latest ATO...
by admin | Mar 4, 2026 | Did You Know, News
The ATO has issued a Draft Taxation Determination TD 2026/D1 which looks at how inherited family homes are treated for CGT purposes. Some industry commentators have dubbed it a “death tax by stealth”, but it is a bit more complex than this. The draft guidance focuses...
by admin | Mar 4, 2026 | Did You Know, News
Running a successful business is hard work – and sometimes, despite best intentions, tax obligations slip. If the business is being operated through a company structure, then the ATO can potentially issue a Director Penalty Notice (DPN), holding company...
