Shorten reboot to put NDIS back ā€˜on the right trackā€™

19 April

The National Disability Insurance Scheme is set to undergo serious and systemic reform to ensure it continues to meet peopleā€™s needs long-term. NDIS and Government Services Minister Bill Shorten outlined six key areas of reform in an address to...[Read More]

Overview of record-keeping rules for business

11 January

You are legally required to keep records of all transactions relating to your tax and superannuation affairs as you start, run, sell, change or close your business, specifically: any documents related to your businessā€™s income and expenses any...[Read More]

Risks abound for businesses in 2023

28 December

Businesses have so far proved resilient to turbulent economic conditions domestically and overseas but next year is not looking so rosy. In the final chapters of 2022, the 300 basis point lift in the cash rate from record lows is just starting to...[Read More]

Hereā€™s to a prosperous 2023

29 December

Ready or not, 2023 is upon us, and it is time for a refreshing restart for us all. As you reflect back on 2022 and look ahead to your goals and new years resolutions, please take a moment to reflect on how much you accomplished in 2022. Thereā€™s no...[Read More]

Work from home opportunities can be for everyone in 2023

29 December

One of the few important things the pandemic has taught everyone is that itā€™s possible to be productive and earn a living from home. In fact, some companies have seen the benefits of remote working options and continue to offer them as part of...[Read More]

What is happening in power bills debate

14 December

The Politics, the background, what the gas industry says and what environmental groups say? THE POLITICS * Federal parliament will sit on Thursday to debate and pass laws the government says will push down electricity and gas bills for households...[Read More]

Mixed outlook for agriculture in 2023

14 December

Itā€™s a mixed outlook for agriculture in the coming year, with grains and lamb expected to perform well while the number of dairy farmers leaving the industry takes a toll. Rural Bankā€™s 2023 outlook also listed global economic challenges and...[Read More]

Businesses forced to show emissions action

14 December

Big businesses will be forced to divulge their efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions and manage climate risk under the Albanese governmentā€™s new green investment rules. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said an Australian climate risk disclosure framework...[Read More]

If you became a director before 31 Oct 2021, you need to apply for your directors ID now

23 November

When you need to apply is determined by when you were first appointed, and under which Act. If you plan to become a director, you can apply before youā€™re appointed. Corporations Act directors When you must apply for your director ID depends on...[Read More]

Top questions when applying for a director ID

16 November

Who needs to apply for a director ID? You need a director ID if you are a director of a: company registered with theĀ Australian Securities and Investments CommissionExternal linkĀ (ASIC) or theĀ Office of the Registrar of Indigenous...[Read More]