The State Government has announced that they will open up a second round of their COVID-19 Adaption Grants Program. This program provides grants of up
Businesses that have enrolled for the JobKeeper Payment need to lodge their May JobKeeper Declaration with the Australian Taxation Office by the 14th June, so
Earlier this week, the Queensland State Government announced a $10,000 grant program to assist Queensland small businesses. The total program is $100m and will help
As explained in our previous updates, the JobKeeper enrolment is a three step process: Enrol your business for the JobKeeper Payment Identify your eligible employees
The JobKeeper program has opened for enrolment from today. Enrolment is the first of a three step process for eligible businesses to claim the JobKeeper
With the country now being some weeks into the COVID-19 crisis, you may feel inundated with the volume of information and guidance in relation to
In conjunction with the Cairns Post, we have launched a website providing videos and resources to help the Cairns business community understand what Government support
The ATO have released more information about the JobKeeper Payment, including how the program will be administered. To ensure all of our clients are up
The JobKeeper Payment announced by the Prime Minister on Monday has been well received by employers and employees struggling through the COVID-19 crisis. We have
As you may be aware, the Federal Government announced this week, a wage subsidy for businesses impacted by COVID-19. The subsidy, known as the JobKeeper
The details of two Government backed loan programs, designed to help those businesses suffering from COVID-19, have now been confirmed. One, is a Queensland State
The COVID-19 crisis continues to escalate quickly impacting all businesses. We expect this crisis will worsen making planning and cashflow management critical for all businesses,
Around this time last year, we sent you an email alerting you to the new process for Director IDs. With the deadline of 30th November approaching for all Company Directors to verify their identity by applying for a Director identification number, we felt it necessary to send you this information
With the end of the financial year fast approaching, it is the ideal time to review your 2022 tax year so there are no surprises awaiting you. Below are some areas of your business that you should consider in order to get the best tax outcomes possible: Review your debtors/creditors
The 2022 Budget marked a big change from the past 2 years which saw large expenditure and business support to help the economy and country through COVID-19. The Budget’s focus this year is on cost of living pressures, with minimal new measures announced relating to businesses. We have summarised the
About STP Phase 2 STP is the new norm for reporting payroll information electronically to the ATO. STP Phase 2 is an expansion on an employer’s current STP reporting obligations. This expansion will require the following information to be transmitted to the ATO as part of an employer’s regular STP
Existing company directors will soon be asked to verify their identity and will be required to apply for a Director Identification Number (Director ID) by 30 November 2022. About Director IDs: A Director ID is a unique identifier you require as a director and will keep forever. The Government expects
Late last week, additional financial support was announced for businesses impacted by the recent South East Queensland and Cairns lockdowns. Under the package, businesses in the state which have experienced a 30% reduction in turnover will be able to apply for payments of: $1,000 for non-employing sole traders $5,000 for
The Queensland Government has today announced further relief packages for tourism and hospitality businesses impacted by the recent COVID-19 lockdowns in South East Queensland and Cairns. Payroll Tax Deferral Eligible tourism and hospitality businesses that lodge payroll tax returns monthly can apply to defer paying their payroll tax liability due in
Prior to the Cairns three day lockdown, many businesses in the region were struggling after a decline in visitor numbers caused by lockdowns in South East Queensland and other states. The Cairns lockdown, although hoped to be short, will undoubtedly increase the number of businesses impacted by COVID-19 lockdowns. To
Single Touch Payroll – Annual Finalisation All employers must complete their STP Finalisation declarations by 14 July 2021. The ATO recognise the effects of COVID-19 and are allowing these finalisations to be completed up until 31 July 2021. Change to Superannuation Guarantee Rate From 1 July 2021, the superannuation guarantee contribution rate
On Tuesday 11th May 2021, the Treasurer handed down the Federal Budget which sees a continuation of the Government’s focus to support the economy through a COVID-19 induced downturn. This Budget sees a high level of spending continue – the 2021 budget deficit is $161b and net Government debt is forecast
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 to provide a further $25 million to small businesses to help them to survive and thrive amidst the pandemic. Business Growth Fund (BGF) – $50,000
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 support package is designed to support the tourism industry by offering around 800,000 half-price airfares from 1 April 2021 to select holiday locations. The subsidy
