by Team Garnet | Dec 1, 2025 | ATO, Business Structures, Small Business
Whether your business is gearing up for a rush or planning a shutdown as we come to the end of the year, the key is early planning for payroll, tax, super and staffing arrangements. Now’s a good time to map your pay cycles, check ATO obligations and line up...
by Team Garnet | Nov 27, 2025 | ATO, Centrelink
If you’re planning an overseas holiday and currently receive Centrelink or other government payments, a little prep will help you enjoy your trip without payment surprises or tax headaches. Government payments Different government payments have their own rules...
by Team Garnet | Nov 4, 2025 | ATO, Tax News, Tax Time
Many people getting their tax notice of assessment wonder why they see amounts for the Medicare levy and Medicare levy surcharge. Let’s break these down to help you understand who pays them and how private health insurance can affect your tax return. Medicare levy The...
by Team Garnet | Oct 14, 2025 | ATO, Small Business, Tax News, Tax Time
As a business owner you’re probably familiar with Australia’s goods and services tax (GST) and its implications on your operations. However, when it comes to vouchers, the GST rules can be a bit more complex. If your business sells or buys vouchers, it’s...
by Team Garnet | Oct 7, 2025 | Superannuation
Sharing your super. Are you aware that you or your spouse may be able to split your collective superannuation balances evenly between you to increase the lower balance fairly? Here’s how! Thanks to the Tackling the Gender Super Gap Bill recently introduced into...
