Here, our financial experts take a close look at what’s happening in the world of finance.
We uncomplicate breaking announcements from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the Federal and State Governments so you can understand how those changes will impact you, your family or your business.
If you’re wanting to stay up-to-date on topics such as interest rates, tax planning, superannuation, the Federal Budget, incentives and schemes, HELP debt, deductions, concessions, depreciation, investment properties and much more, this is where you’ll find the answers.
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Expansion of Level 2 COVID-19 Business Assistance Package
Expansion of Level 2 COVID-19 Business Assistance Package – Western Australia In a welcome response to concerns from the business community, more businesses impacted by recent COVID-19 restrictions will now be eligible for these hardship grants. Two tiers of grants will now be available to businesses that experienced a decrease in turnover for a consecutive two-week period between 1 January and 30 April 2022: A revised tier for businesses that experienced a decline in business turnover of at least 40% (reduced
ASIC Crackdown on Finance Influencers
ASIC Crackdown on Finance Influencers In an age of internet influence, it’s ever more important to make sure any advice is credible, especially when it comes to financial advice. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission released an information sheet in March outlining the various legal obligations of online influencers when discussing financial products or services in the digital space, including whether: you are providing financial product advice or arranging for your followers to deal in a financial product. If
Australian Federal Budget – 2022/23
Australian Federal Budget – 2022/23 Federal Budget 2022/23 It was no surprise that this was a targeted spending budget with minimal changes to taxation and superannuation, given the upcoming Federal Election. For SMEs, two new “Boost” incentives have been announced, to encourage investment in developing technological capabilities, cyber protection and employee training and development. Although nothing close to the benefits provided by the COVID-era Cashflow Boost, these new incentives are still welcome and timely. For Individuals Personal Income
Level 2 COVID-19 Business Assistance Package
Level 2 COVID-19 Business Assistance Package – Western Australia A further package of reliefs were announced by the WA Government last week, including: Small Business Hardship Grants Program Payroll Tax Relief for Large Hospitality Businesses. This is in addition to the Level 1 Covid-19 Business Assistance Package, which was announced in late February 2022. Small Business Hardship Grants Program Eligibility Requirements Businesses must satisfy the following: Have a valid and active Australian Business Number (ABN); Have an Australia-wide
International Women’s Day 2022
International Women’s Day 2022 Over 30% of Australian businesses are owned by women, with Australia featuring in the top 10 countries in the world for female entrepreneurship. We are here to support women in business and want to see that number grow. To celebrate and support women in business, we are offering a business health check and 45-minute consultation free of charge with our Director Heather Moore. Who is Heather Moore? Heather is a Director at Knight and works with
Swan Valley Sports Club Grant
Swan Valley Sports Club Grants Swan Valley Sports Club are this week celebrating a significant achievement for the club, as they successfully secured two grants from the Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund. The first of the grants will contribute to the installation of new floodlights at the facility, whilst the second grant will fund the refurbishment of the change room facilities to encourage participation from female and junior athletes. Knight Director, Sandro Di Lollo, is the chairman of
Level 1 COVID-19 Business Assistance Package
Level 1 COVID-19 Business Assistance Package – March 9th 2022 What is it? A new COVID-19 Business Assistance Package has been announced for Western Australian businesses adversely affected by increasing COVID-19 cases in the community and implementation of Level 1 public health and social measures. The package includes eight tailored programs, which will be administered by a range of State Government agencies. The grants are in addition to the $77 million Safe Transition Industry Support Package announced on 10th
MyGovID – You will need to set one up
What is it? MyGovID is a combined Federal and State government digital proof of identity system. It allows you to log into several Federal and State Government systems and portals without having to provide identification documents or login details. You enter your email address the app will provide you with a code to authenticate you into the government website/system. Why do I need one? The list of government services using the identity verification system is rapidly growing. We started
Learn your Director ID requirements
As part of recent amendments introduced by the Treasury Laws Amendment (Registries Modernisation and Other Measures) Act 2020 (Cth) in June, all persons holding the role of a company director will soon be required to be identified by Director Identification Number (Director ID). Directors need to take action and register for a Director ID to meet their obligations – read the steps below to find out how. Registering for a Director ID If you hold a position as a