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 | 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 | Sep 25, 2025 | Business Structures, Investments, Small Business
Are you a small business owner planning to invest in new equipment or technology? The good news is that 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...
by Team Garnet | Jul 17, 2024 | ATO, Small Business, Superannuation
It’s a new financial year. Make sure your employees’ pay and superannuation contributions are processed right, with a number of changes and rate adjustments coming into effect from 1 July 2024. As the new financial year begins, employers need to keep an eye on various...
by Team Garnet | Jan 19, 2024 | ATO, Small Business, Tax News
At the end of last year, the ATO highlighted 3 areas of focus, including cyber security, debt book and improving tax performance for 2024. The ATO has indicated it will move its focus in 2024, with the Second Commissioner of Client Engagement, Jeremy Hirschhorn,...
by Team Garnet | Nov 29, 2023 | Business Structures, Small Business, Tax News
Businesses tendering for Commonwealth government contracts need to be aware that contracts over a certain amount may require a statement of tax record. Businesses wanting to participate in tendering for Commonwealth government contracts need to be aware that contracts...
