Finance
Electric cars crash Aussie records but utes top charts
7 March
Electric cars made up almost one in 10 new vehicles sold in Australia, according to new data, in the best result for the low-emission technology to date. But the popularity of diesel utes also soared by 26 per cent in Australia during February,...[Read More]
Getting your business on the right track
6 March
Deputy Commissioner Small Business, Will Day, provides advice on how to get the basics right. If you’re looking to start a new business, we want to help you get on the right track, right from the start. And if you are running an...[Read More]
Property investing – residential vs. commercial real estate
22 February
In the realm of property investment, prospective investors often grapple with comparing residential vs commercial real estate. Both offer viable investment opportunities, but they also come with their own unique advantages and drawbacks. Hence,...[Read More]
Aussies to keep more of what they earn as tax cuts pass
29 February
Low and middle income earners will soon keep more of what they earn after revamped tax cuts cleared federal parliament. Labor’s amended tax package was endorsed by the Senate on Tuesday evening after receiving backing in the lower...[Read More]
Is your business eligible for concessions – tips on small business tax offsets
29 February
As a small business owner, you may be eligible for concessions on the amount of tax you pay. This depends on your business structure, your industry and your annual turnover. If you have an aggregated turnover less than: $2 million, you can access...[Read More]
Aussie workers above average on artificial intelligence
29 February
Australia’s desk workers are above the global average in adopting artificial intelligence but say guidance is lacking from bosses on how it should be used. Research data released on Wednesday shows one in four have tried AI tools for work as of...[Read More]
Hope ‘goodwill’ will get Australian wine flowing
29 February
Australian wine exports worth $1 billion might be flowing back into China within weeks. China slapped sanctions worth $20 billion on Australian products during the height of diplomatic tensions in 2020 after the former Morrison government called for...[Read More]
Consumer price index steady at 3.4 per cent in January
28 February
Australia’s consumer price index held steady at 3.4 per cent in the 12 months to January, coming in below expectations. The index had been widely expected to rise by 3.6 per cent on an annual basis, when the data was released by the Australian...[Read More]
Australia open to resuming stalled EU trade talks
28 February
Negotiations for a free trade deal with the European Union could resume within months after Australia’s talks with the bloc hit a stalemate. Discussions for an agreement with the EU failed to make a breakthrough on the sticking point of greater...[Read More]
Why you need to do something you love every single day
22 February
Engaging in activities that you love is not only enjoyable but also offers a multitude of benefits that can enrich your life in various ways. So, if you’re on the fence about indulging one or some of your life’s passions, here are some...[Read More]
Essential Checklist: Preparing for Your Will Drafting Session with a Lawyer
22 February
Preparing a will is an important step in managing your estate and ensuring your wishes are honoured after you pass away. Before meeting with a lawyer to draft your will, it’s beneficial to have several items prepared to make the process as smooth...[Read More]
Wages outrunning inflation in win for household budgets
22 February
Wages are growing faster than inflation and this milestone has been reached earlier than expected. The official wage price index rose 4.2 per cent in the 12 months to December, a little above forecasts and up from the 4.1 per cent annual growth in...[Read More]
Data could end year-long holiday home tax breaks
22 February
New data collection methods could end the days of short-term rental property owners claiming tax deductions when the home is not being rented. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has vowed to raise the issue of the owners of holiday rentals or Airbnbs...[Read More]
Outgoing ATO boss calls for greater tax office powers
22 February
The outgoing head of the ATO has called for the tax office to have the power to collect evidence as part of criminal investigations. In a speech to the National Press Club, ATO commissioner Chris Jordan said the organisation should be given powers...[Read More]
Navy to be ‘most lethal’ in history after huge overhaul
22 February
The Australian navy will be able to meet challenges this decade, the defence minister says, despite the number of warships falling ahead of a spike in capacity under a major overhaul. The number of navy warships is set to increase from 11 to 26 by...[Read More]