From 1 September 2017, all businesses that impose payment surcharges on card transactions need to comply with the new law that bans excessive payment surcharges. The purpose of the ban is to stop payment surcharges that are more than the actual
New staff member – Steve Ryan
Steve joined us on 1st May 2017. Steve has 12 months of experience in CA and CPA firms after graduating from the University of Wollongong. He is currently studying for his CPA and intends to complete a Masters of Taxation once the CPA Program is
Ewing’s Sarcoma Cancer – Joshua Winfield
On a personal note, someone close to us, Joshua Winfield, is doing it tough after being diagnosed with a Ewing's Sarcoma tumour on his spine. Ewing's Sarcoma typically occurs in children and young adults. It often begins in the legs, bones of the
Tech tips & apps for Tradies
This article was written by Steve Ryan and appeared in our August 2017 newsletter. Being a Shire based accounting firm, Lister Mason sees an enormous amount of tradies come through our doors. Tradesmen tend to be a little rough with their
The perils of undisclosed income
The following case is a true story. It goes to prove that simply signing your tax return and not disclosing ALL related income could result in enormous penalties and extra tax. Mr Gu disclosed $20,800 in salary and wages in his 2013 tax return.
ATO focus on holiday homes
The ATO will focus on deductions claimed for rental properties in popular Australian holiday destinations this tax year, having identified many incorrect claims for holiday homes by investors last year. Assistant Commissioner Kath Anderson has
Super catch-up provisions
The final in our series on the changes to superannuation now focuses on the “catch up provisions” that come into effect from 1 July 2017, but can only really be accessed from 1 July 2018. The catch up provisions allow individuals that meet certain
Student tax deductions – did you know…
As another financial year ticks over, we welcome the 2018 financial year as a new opportunity to increase our wealth with a potential tax refund. In this segment we look at the various deductions available to students to increase the likelihood of
Compulsory Super – get your deduction!
To ensure you are entitled to your tax deduction for super contributions in 2017, the super payment, whether for yourself or your employees, must be paid (i.e. out of your bank account) prior to 30 June 2017. If it hasn’t been debited from your
State Budget – changes to stamp duty and foreign buyers
The State budget was delivered on Tuesday 20th June 2017. While there are a number of initiatives, changes to stamp duty may be beneficial for persons considering selling their property or those trying to enter the property market. Stamp Duty
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