Are you providing entertainment this holiday season?
15 November
With the holiday season on the way you may be planning to celebrate with your staff. Before you hire a restaurant or book an event, make sure you work out if the benefits you provide your employees are considered entertainment related, and therefore...[Read More]
Make it law: young Australians want healthy environment
15 November
Young Australians overwhelmingly want the right to a healthy environment enshrined in law to keep pace with standards overseas. Nine out of 10 people aged 13 to 24 think they have a right to a healthy environment, with three in four believing the...[Read More]
Top 5 reasons to have legal representation
9 November
Most people don’t think they need a lawyer until they find themselves in a situation where legal advice is crucial. However, upon closer examination, there are numerous instances in life where seeking the expertise of a lawyer can make all the...[Read More]
Big Four consultants face ban from tax regulator board
9 November
Partners from the Big Four consulting firms could be banned from serving on the board of the tax advisory regulator, in the first legislative move against the companies since the PwC tax scandal. After securing government agreement, the Greens will...[Read More]
Managing Finances and Lifestyle Activities Across the Four Phases of Retirement
2 November
Retirement is a complex period divided into various phases, each with its own set of financial requirements and lifestyle considerations. Understanding how to budget for each stage can help you make the most of your post-career...[Read More]
Mixed response to consultation on new laws for nature
1 November
There’s no sign yet that Australia’s new environment laws will account for the threat climate change poses to nature, a conservation group says. The federal government has started consulting stakeholders on its once-in-a-generation rewrite of...[Read More]
Consultations are underway for changes to superannuation
26 October
From 1 July 2026, employers will be required to pay their employees’ super at the same time as their salary and wages. Currently, employers are only required to pay their employees’ super quarterly. These changes to payday super were...[Read More]
Government defends misinformation laws exemption
25 October
Proposed new laws cracking down on misinformation should not cover government messages because of the impact on disaster alerts, an inquiry has been told. The Albanese government is sifting through thousands of comments and submissions on draft laws...[Read More]
High Court rules against state electric vehicle charges
25 October
Australian motorists cannot lawfully be taxed by states for driving electric and hybrid vehicles. The High Court on Wednesday ruled on a case involving Victoria’s road user tax on low-emission vehicles, launched by two electric vehicle drivers in...[Read More]
Ask yourself these 5 things before buying life insurance
19 October
Like any other insurance policy, life insurance has many variations to meet different users’ needs. Thus, before choosing one, you must determine what you need in a life insurance policy. The best way to determine the best policy is by evaluating...[Read More]
Cyber security: don’t set and forget
18 October
Cybersecurity should not be a set and forget function for businesses and we recommend you check your security monthly. Throughout 2021–22, one cybercrime was reported every 7 minutes to the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC). To avoid being...[Read More]
First female chief justice farewelled as ‘leader’
18 October
Australia’s first female chief justice has been recognised as a national leader and trailblazer for women in law, as the High Court bade her farewell. After a six-year term as the 13th chief justice and 16 years serving the nation’s top court,...[Read More]
High Court rules against electric vehicle charges
18 October
Australian motorists cannot lawfully be taxed by states for driving electric and hybrid vehicles. The High Court on Wednesday ruled on a case involving Victoria’s road user tax on low-emission vehicles, launched by two electric vehicle drivers in...[Read More]
Five ‘Must Dos’ for Employees Who Want to Become Business Owners
12 October
Are you ready to make the jump from employee to business owner? While starting your own business can seem daunting, there are lots of things you can do to improve your chances of success. Having an experienced mentor with an accounting background...[Read More]
Family Law – what you need to know
12 October
Family law cases can be complex. In addition to the challenges of entering into an agreement that could affect your finances for years to come, you also have to deal with the stress and emotional aspects of legal actions involving your family...[Read More]