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There have been pressure systems gathering momentum along two fronts. Whilst they have largely gone unnoticed by many in the industry, collisions between the two have occurred and left some casualties in the M&A space. Previously, it was regarded by many deal-makers that employer obligations were quite low in risk. However, multiple enforcement agencies are focusing on unpaid employee entitlements and contract hire labour. The uptick in compliance activity has coincided with growth in the M&A space, leading many to believe there are huge levels of unquantified risk in the market – often not covered by warranty and indemnity insurance.

Builders with projects in Queensland who are impacted by the requirement to operate PTAs on each project they undertake should be preparing their business for the administrative burden of managing this additional regulatory compliance.

The deadline for applications for Director Identification Numbers (DIN’s or Director ID’s) for existing Directors has been set.

Brand Brisbane is rising, boosted by the publicity of their upcoming host gig for the 2032 Olympics and Paralympic Games.

If you are in a qualified profession or trade, it is important that you are aware of the ATO’s recent self-managed super fund around non-arm’s-length expenses.

Recently passed by Parliament is the Treasury Laws Amendment (More Flexible Superannuation) Bill 2020.

As the end of the 2021 financial year approaches, we outline new and existing measures for consideration around Superannuation Tax Planning.

With the implementation of the Director Identification Numbers (DIN’s or Director ID’s) growing imminent, it will be important to understand the new obligations for those operating in the capacity of a Director, as failure to apply for a DIN within the required time frame will leave you open to both criminal and civil penalties.

Every business owner needs to become fluent in financial literacy. If not enough attention is dedicated to this area, it can lead to an avoidable business downturn.

Good news for everyone looking to grow their superannuation balance. The ATO has announced that from 1 July 2021 the transfer balance cap (TBC) will be indexed from $1.6m to $1.7m.

Circumstances regularly arise whereby a business’ legal structure is no longer appropriate or beneficial for the business.

No matter where your employees are working – on-site, in the office, at home or a combination – business leaders are reconsidering what it means to keep their people healthy and safe in a world affected by COVID-19.