News update – August 2026 At Siragusa Accounting Group, we’re committed to keeping our clients across Melbourne’s northern suburbs and beyond informed about the tax, business and superannuation changes that may affect their financial position. In this edition, we explore several important developments, including the High Court’s landmark Bendel trust decision and what it means
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News update – July 2026 At Siragusa Accounting Group, proudly providing accounting, taxation and business advisory services to Melbourne’s North and beyond, we are committed to keeping our clients informed of the latest developments that may impact their financial and business decisions. This month, we examine key updates affecting employers, investors, business owners and SMSF
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News update – June 2026 Big tax and business changes are on the horizon—and for individuals, families and business owners across Northern Melbourne, including Reservoir, now is the time to get informed. At Siragusa Accounting Group, we’ve pulled together the key updates you need to know, from the Federal Budget proposals affecting negative gearing, the
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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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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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News update – July 2025 Div 296 super tax and practical things to consider Division 296 super tax is a controversial Federal Government proposal to impose an extra 15% tax on some superannuation earnings for individuals if their total superannuation balance (TSB) is over $3 million as at 30 June of the relevant income year.
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News update – June 2025 In this edition we cover: o Labor’s victory: unpacking the promises and priorities o From air fryers to swimwear: tax claims to avoid o ATO’s new requirements for NFPs o Economic crossroads: US shrinks, China stimulates, Australia holds steady Labor’s victory: unpacking the promises and priorities As the Labor party
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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. Opportunities Bolstering superannuation If growing your superannuation is a strategy you are pursuing, and your total superannuation balance allows
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The essential 30 June guide The end of the financial year is fast approaching. We outline the areas at risk of increased ATO scrutiny and the opportunities to maximise your deductions. Opportunities Take advantage of the 1 July 2024 tax cuts by bringing forward your deductible expenses into 2023-24. Prepay your deductible expenses where possible,
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SEPTEMBER 23 NEWS UPDATE Click here for PDF The Billion Dollar TikTok Scandal $1.7 billion paid out in fraudulent refunds, another $2.7bn in fraudulent claims stopped, around 56,000 alleged perpetrators and over 100 arrests to date. How did the TikTok tax scandal get out of control? “Everyone else got refunds, it’s OK, it’s just a
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