The US economy experienced a notable slowdown in the first quarter of 2025. The latest GDP data showed the economy contracted at an annual rate of -0.3%.

If you are involved with running a not for profit (NFP) organisation it is important to be aware of key obligations and requirements. In particular, if the NFP qualifies as a tax exempt entity there are some specific conditions that need to be satisfied and a relatively new ATO reporting obligation which needs to be undertaken to maintain that income tax exempt status. 

With the 2025 tax season fast approaching the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is reminding taxpayers to be careful when claiming work related expenses. This is in reaction to a spate of claims that didn’t quite pass the ‘pub test’.

As the Labor party settle back into their seats having secured a majority in the House of Representatives, we look at the campaign promises and the unfinished business from the last term.

The ATO has updated its small business benchmarks with the latest data taken from the 2022–23 financial year.

As the urban sprawl continues in most major Australian cities, we are often asked to advise on the tax treatment of subdivision projects.

It has been a long time coming, but the Government finally passed legislation increasing the instant asset write-off threshold for the year ending 30 June 2025 to $20,000.

With the end of the financial year fast approaching we outline some opportunities to maximise your deductions and give you the low down on areas at risk of increased ATO scrutiny.

In the 2025-26 Federal Budget the Government announced a ban on non-compete clauses and “no poach” agreements.

The SG definition of an employee is broad has sparked debate about the rights of performers, gym instructors and others.

The amount of money that can be transferred to a tax-free retirement account will increase to $2m on 1 July 2025.

On the last sitting day of Parliament, the personal income tax rate reduction announced in the 2025-26 Federal Budget was confirmed.