May 2026 News Update

News update – May 2026 As we head toward year-end, Siragusa Accounting Group is sharing a quick update for small businesses and individuals in Reservoir and Melbourne’s northern suburbs. This edition covers the ATO’s higher EV home-charging rate (and what it means for deductions and FBT), practical ATO relief options for businesses impacted by fuel
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April 2026 News Update

News update – April 2026 April 2026 Tax Update for Small Businesses and High‑Wealth Clients What Business Owners in Reservoir Need to Know Right Now The tax landscape continues to shift—and April 2026 has delivered some of the most important changes and court decisions we’ve seen in years. For business owners, property investors, and individuals
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September 2025 News Update

News update – September 2025 A win for those carrying student debt Creating a more dynamic  and resilient economy Non-compete clauses: the next stage Superannuation guarantee: due dates and considerations for employees and employers RBA cuts rates to 3.60%: what this means for you There’s been a bit to report on since our August publication.
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August 2025 News Update

News update – August 2025 As we move into the 2025/2026 financial year there are some key changes in tax, superannuation and compliance that are set to impact on a range of individuals and business owners. This edition of our newsletter brings together the most relevant updates to help you stay compliant, minimise your tax
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October 2024 News Update

October 2024 News Update

Click  here to view PDF: NEWS UPDATE – OCTOBER 2024 Payday super: the details ‘Payday super’ will overhaul the way in which superannuation guarantee is administered. We look at the first details and the impending obligations on employers. From 1 July 2026, employers will be obligated to pay superannuation guarantee (SG) on behalf of their
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What’s ahead for 2024-25?

WHATS AHEAD

Will 2024-25 be another year of volatility or a return to stability? Personal tax & super As you would be aware (at least we hope so after a $40m public education campaign), the personal income tax cuts came into effect on 1 July 2024. At the same time, the superannuation guarantee (SG) rate increased by
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April 2024 News Update

News Update April 2024

Click  here to view PDF: News Update April 2024 Warning on SMSF asset valuations The ATO has issued a warning to trustees of SMSFs about sloppy valuation practices. ATO data analysis has revealed that over 16,500 self managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) have reported assets as having the same value for three consecutive years. With many
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How to take advantage of the 1 July super cap increase

How to take advantage of the Super Cap Increase

From 1 July 2024, the amount you can contribute to super will increase. We show you how to take advantage of the change. The amount you can contribute to superannuation will increase on 1 July 2024 from $27,500 to $30,000 for concessional super contributions and from $110,000 to $120,000 for non-concessional contributions. The contribution caps
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