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Tax, compliance and business advisory updates from the TNFG team — practical, plain-English, and specific to running a business in the Macedon Ranges.
Gisborne Small BusinessNo more card surcharges: what Macedon Ranges business owners need to know
Card surcharge ban If you've ever winced at that little extra charge that appears at the checkout when you tap your card, you're not alone. Card surcharges are one of those things that quietly frustrate just about everyone — and from 1 October 2026, they're gone. At least for the most common card networks. Here's what's changing, what it means for your business, and what you need to do before the deadline.
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Gisborne Small BusinessWhat the new anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing rules mean for The Neill Family Group
From 1 July 2026, thousands more businesses—including accounting and professional services firms—are now regulated under Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) laws. This includes newly regulated sectors such as accounting, real estate, conveyancing, legal servic
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Payday Super is almost here. Here's what you need to know.
From 1 July 2026, the way super works in Australia changes for good. Quarterly super contributions are out. Instead, super gets paid alongside salary and wages — and it needs to land in your employee's super account within seven business days of payday. It's a big shift. Here's how to handle the cha
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Preparing Your Business for EOFY
As we prepare to start another financial year, now is the perfect time to get organised for payroll finalisation, Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting and EOFY compliance obligations. To help make the process easier, we've gathered some useful resources, checklists and guides from Xero, MYOB and Qui
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Gisborne Small Business5 ways Macedon Ranges businesses can stay on the ATO's good side
Running a small business in the Macedon Ranges is no small feat. Between serving your customers, managing your team and keeping the lights on, tax compliance can easily slip down the to-do list. But according to ATO Assistant Commissioner Angela Allen, that's exactly where a lot of small businesses
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Federal Budget 2026-27: what it means for families, investors and business owners
Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the 2026-27 Federal Budget on Tuesday 13 May, describing it as the "most important and ambitious Budget in decades." That's a big call — but when you look at what's actually in it, it's not hard to see why. This Budget contains some of the most significant tax refo
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Alternatives to the Small Business Superannuation Clearing House
Yay - more change from the ATO.... On 1 July 2026, the Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH) will close permanently as part of the
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Gisborne Small BusinessIs your business money really your money? What Macedon Ranges business owners need to know about Division 7A
Here's a scenario that plays out more often than you'd think: a private company shareholder uses the business credit card to pay for a family holiday. Or school fees. Or a home renovation. It feels harmless — it's your company, after all — but the ATO has a specific rule designed to deal with exactl
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Gisborne Small BusinessPayday Super is coming — here's what YOU need to do now
If you run a business and you have employees, this one's important. From 1 July 2026, the way you pay super is changing — and it's a bigger shift than it might sound. Right now, most employers pay superannuation quarterly. Under the new Payday Super rules, contributions will need to hit your employe
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Tax Deductions Tips & TricksThe ATO's new Tax Toolkit for small business owners
As an entrepreneur, one inescapable reality of running your business is remembering to pay taxes on the profits the company makes, and the earnings you make as a director. It’s the least glamorous and exciting part of managing the business, but it’s also a major responsibility, where the buck stops
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A New Financial Year, A Fresh Start for Your Business
The start of a new financial year is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a perfect opportunity to reflect, reset, and realign your business goals. Whether you're aiming for major growth or just trying to work a little smarter, this is the time to consider what you want the next 12 months to l
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Gisborne Small BusinessRise in the minimum wage: the impact for your business
On 3 June 2025, the Fair Work Commission’s Expert Panel announced the National Minimum Wage and award wages will
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