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AugRate Indexation Excise duty rates on tobacco goods increase in March and September each year under the law, based on average weekly ordinary time earnings (AWOTE). The AWOTE indexation factor for rates on and from 1 September 2024 is 1.018. In addition to ordinary indexation, tobacco excise and excise-equivalent customs duty will increase by an additional 5% […]
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AugReasons You Need to Lodge Each income year, you need to assess your personal circumstances to determine if you need to lodge a tax return. You may need to lodge a tax return if: Information You Need to Lodge Before lodging your tax return, be sure to understand what’s new for individuals this tax season. To lodge[…]
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AugATO’s tips for correctly claiming deductions for rental properties Taxpayers who have work done on their rental property should consider the following factors in determining claims for expenses. Notice of online selling data-matching program Small business energy incentive available for the 2024 income year Importance of good record keeping when claiming work-related expenses The ATO is advising[…]
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JulWith tax time in full swing, it’s crucial to keep your business secure online by implementing systems and processes that help reduce the risk of a cyber event. It’s also essential to plan for what you’ll do if a cyber-attack occurs. Every Australian business, regardless of size, is a target for cyber-attacks. While there are practical steps[…]
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JulJuly 2024 The next quarterly due date for SG contributions is 28 July. However, as this falls on a weekend, the super fund must receive your payment by Monday 29 July. Remember to make your payment in full, on time and to the right fund. If you don’t pay your SG contributions by the due date each quarter, you’ll need[…]
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JulATO’s ‘main residence exemption tips’ Reminder of June 2024 Quarter Superannuation Guarantee (‘SG’) Employers are reminded that employee superannuation contributions for the 1 April 2024 to 30 June 2024 quarter must be received by the relevant super funds by 28 July 2024 (which is a Sunday), in order to avoid being liable to pay the SG charge.[…]
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JunAre you ready for tax time? This might be your last chance to make any tax-deductible purchases before this financial year ends on 30 June. See if there are any tax-deductible items your business needs, or any concessions you can access. Finalise your employees’ Single Touch Payroll (STP) If you have employees, make sure you finalise their 2023–24 STP information by 14 July. This[…]
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JunCheck if and how you can contribute money from the sale of your home into your super fund via a downsizing contribution. accountant Melbourne About downsizer contributions If you are 55 or older, you may be able to contribute up to $300,000 from the proceeds of the sale (or part sale) of your home into your superannuation[…]
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Junaccountant Melbourne Information about functional currency rules, eligibility and the implications for tax accounting and reporting. How to use this guide The electronic version of this document is the only authorised version. Printed copies may be out of date. Read this guide to find out more about the functional currency rules, including: You can use this guide[…]
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MayThree Queensland women who illegally attempted to access superannuation payments have been sentenced to imprisonment. Three Queensland women who illegally attempted to access superannuation payments under a Federal Government COVID-19 scheme have been sentenced to imprisonment. Two women who both pleaded guilty were Tuesday, 28 May 2024 sentenced in the Brisbane District Court to three years and six[…]
