As part of the recently developed economic recovery plan, the Queensland Government has announced three new grants to support small business. The grants are designed
Recently, the Federal Government has announced a post-JobKeeper stimulus package to assist the travel and tourism industries. Travel Incentives – Tourism and Business The first
Halpin Partners is pleased to welcome four Graduate Accountants to the team following our first summer internship. Mantej Dhother, Danielle Bradley, Sugandh Goindani and Ashveen
With all of the unpredictability that is 2020, the Federal Government has followed suit by delivering a Budget in October rather than the usual May
There have been some key date changes in relation to the upcoming lodgements for JobKeeper declarations. Wage condition for JobKeeper Fortnight 20 For JobKeeper Fortnight
State and Federal Government assistance is still available for those businesses who have been significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Below we outline the main
As you may be aware, the Government have recently announced changes to the eligibility for employees to enter the existing JobKeeper Program for fortnights commencing
Earlier this year, the Federal Government announced the Super Guarantee Amnesty. The amnesty allows employers to disclose and pay any previously unpaid super guarantee charge
Further to our recent update in relation to JobKeeper 2.0, due to commence in October, the Government have announced further changes. Under the original JobKeeper
Workplace accident insurance is compulsory if you have employees. It covers you for the costs associated with a claim by a worker who is injured
The Federal Government has announced an extension to the JobKeeper program. Known as JobKeeper 2.0, this announcement extends the current end date of 27 September
The 2020 Financial Year was certainly one that will not be forgotten – with thanks to COVID-19. The ATO have recognised the effect COVID-19 has
The 2024 federal budget was unveiled on Tuesday by treasurer Jim Chalmers. There were minimal changes or reforms to the taxation system, especially concerning small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
As we navigate through the evolving landscape of taxation in Australia, it’s crucial to stay informed and proactive in managing your business’s tax affairs.
While navigating the complexities of payroll management, it’s crucial to be aware of common errors that can lead to compliance issues & financial penalties.
The government announced changes to the super contribution caps that will come into effect from 1 July 2024 providing greater flexibility and opportunities.
We want to bring to your attention some crucial updates regarding your tax obligations and the ATO’s stance on outstanding debts. During the past few years, we’ve seen significant changes in the way the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has handled tax debts, particularly in light of the pandemic’s economic challenges.
Round 3 of the Business Boost Grant Program is scheduled to open at 9am on Wednesday, 6 September. The first stage of the competitive application process is a ‘Registration of Interest’ which is due by 5pm on Tuesday, 12 September. The Department of Youth Justice, Employment, Small Business and Training
During this tax season, millions of Australian taxpayers are expected to access their myGov accounts to lodge their tax returns. Whilst one might assume the system is secure, recent revelations have shown a significant security vulnerability in the Australian Tax Office’s (ATO) identity checking system. According to the ATO’s admission
We hope that the new financial year is off to a strong start for your business. As trusted partners in your financial journey, Halpin Partners is dedicated to providing you with timely updates and valuable insights to navigate the ever-changing accounting and taxation landscape. In this newsletter, we would like
As we approach the one-year anniversary of the new Albanese Government, there were hopes, or some fears, that the approach of the new Government would be significantly different to the prior Government, and that as a result, we would see a substantially different budget with major changes in tax policy.
If you’ve ever visited our office, then you may have noticed the writing on our wall behind our reception area… ‘the most dangerous phrase in the English language is… because we’ve always done it this way’. Our client, James Home Services Australia embodies these very words. We’ve been working with James Home
The 31st of March is fast approaching, which means the end of another Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year. FBT can quite often be ignored by many business owners, as they are unaware that some benefits they are providing to their employees may actually result in Taxable Fringe Benefits. Business owners should
It’s important to acknowledge that the Government’s announcement is a proposal only. It will need to go through the usual parliamentary process and if legislated as announced, the changes will commence from 1 July 2025 (i.e. after the next Federal election). In fact, Tuesday the Prime Minister stated there will
