Global interest in tariffs is rising, with Google searches spiking by 900% between 30 January and 2 February 2025. As trade tensions escalate, businesses worldwide are preparing for the impact of new US tariffs and potential retaliatory measures from key trading partners. Who Pays for Tariffs? Tariffs are designed to increase the price of imported […]
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With the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year ending on 31 March, now is the time for businesses to review their FBT obligations and ensure compliance. The ATO continues to focus on key risk areas, particularly around electric vehicle exemptions, contractor classifications, and record-keeping requirements. Whether your business provides company cars, reimburses expenses, or supplies work-from-home
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Tax Insights & Updates: What You Need to Know This Month Change is in the air, and the accounting profession is abuzz. The ATO’s failed appeal in the Bendel case has sparked plenty of discussion, but as we explore in this edition, it’s still too soon to take definitive action. Also on the radar this
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Key Tax Due Dates for February As we progress through February, it’s essential for businesses and individuals to stay on top of their tax obligations. Here are the critical due dates for this month: 21 February 2025 Businesses must lodge and pay their December 2024 BAS if they have up to $10 million turnover, report
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Welcome to 2025, and what a year it’s going to be. With an upcoming election and numerous policy promises, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has set its sights on some significant focus areas. This month, Division 7A, foreign resident withholding, and disposals of Australian property by foreign residents are under scrutiny. Additionally, the December CPI
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The definition of casual employment in Australia has changed, and many business owners may need to reassess their workforce. With recent legal updates, casual employment is no longer just about what’s written in a contract—it’s about the actual nature of the work. James Riley from JAR Consultants, a hands-on and practical HR Consultant, shares some
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The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has recently intensified its focus on succession planning, particularly among wealthy baby boomer Australians who own successful family-controlled businesses. The ATO is scrutinizing how these individuals structure the disposal of assets, ensuring that tax outcomes align with regulatory expectations. If you are part of the ATO’s Top 500 or Next
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As we step into 2025, Australia is ushering in a series of transformative policy updates that will impact businesses, workers, and communities across the nation. From strengthened wage theft laws to affordable housing initiatives, these changes aim to create a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous society. Here’s what you need to know about the key
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The last few years have been a rollercoaster ride of instability. 2025 holds hope, but not a guarantee, of greater stability and certainty. We explore some of the key changes and challenges. An Election: What It Means for Businesses As political campaigns heat up ahead of an expected election in March or May 2025, key
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With Christmas just around the corner, it’s important to know how your festive spending could impact your tax obligations. From staff gifts and parties to client entertainment, the ATO has specific rules on what’s deductible and what isn’t. To keep your finances in order and avoid giving the ATO an unplanned “gift,” check out this
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With her kind, caring and approachable nature, Reshika never fails to provide a positive, welcoming experience for our clients, assisting them as they walk in our door or call our office. She understands the power of customer service and is always willing to lend a hand.
With her fun and relaxed personality, Reshika is incredibly creative, especially when it comes to finding solutions for evolving challenges, from financial matters to marketing requirements and beyond. Holding a Masters of Business Administration with a major in Marketing and significant experience in the banking industry, Reshika has a unique combination of skills which makes her a real asset to Fortis.
Reshika is motivated to reach new heights, take risks and develop her career by working alongside Bernadette, our Client Administration Manager, and having the opportunity to learn new things such as new platforms and procedures.
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