Welcome to our bookkeeping blog! We share bookkeeping tips, software updates and the latest news from the ATO. Sometimes we get a bit cheeky and let you know what we really think about this industry, but we try to behave ourselves most of the time! Enjoy the read and if you’re looking for anything in particular, hit the search button above.
The Australian Government has passed the Payday Super legislation and it has received Royal Assent. Payday Super will take effect from 1 July 2026. Here’s what employers need to know.
Every year, as we approach the Christmas break, I like to remind employers and employees about their rights and responsibilities in terms of taking leave and how this relates to public holidays. This blog will address this issue and help you all plan your payroll for the upcoming festive season.
The Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) has a clear distinction between basic bookkeeping tasks and BAS services. They’ve made this distinction for a crucial reason: to ensure that only registered BAS agents perform BAS services for a fee.
The Victorian Government is once again increasing the tax burden on Victorians, and this time, homeowners running businesses from their properties are in the cross-hairs.
For small business employers and their employees, the Right to Disconnect Laws became effective on August 26, 2025.
If your business has outstanding invoices, and let’s face it, most businesses have them, your cash flow is probably suffering. This isn’t great when you have to pay rent, payroll and suppliers etc. Enter FundTap.
GST registration may be mandatory or voluntary depending on your business. Do you need to register for GST? Find out here.
Recently, I have seen some new software players in the accounting software space. These developers have created software just for sole traders, freelancers and the self-employed.
So, given that you may have reviewed your situation and have ascertained that your side hustle is indeed a business, what do you need to do next?