Planning for business activity statements (BAS) and the importance of professional advice

23 January

Business Activity Statements (BAS) are a vital part of financial management for Australian businesses.Ā  They help businesses meet their tax obligations, including Goods and Services Tax (GST), Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) instalments, and other tax-related...[Read More]

Market volatility: why time in the market matters more than timing the market

30 January

Market volatility is an inherent part of investing. Prices fluctuate due to economic changes, geopolitical events, and investor sentiment.Ā  While the unpredictability of the market can cause anxiety, itā€™s essential to understand that volatility...[Read More]

Lifetime pensions urged to make super system easier

22 January

Retirees should be offered a lifetime pension from the federal government, drawn from their savings, in order to make the superannuation system simpler, a report has urged. The Grattan Institute report on superannuation has recommended retirees use...[Read More]

Interest rate cut hopes rise on soft inflation print

29 January

Interest rate relief could be around the corner after underlying inflation came in below expectations. Core inflation fell to 3.2 per cent in the year to December, opening the door for the Reserve Bank of Australia to cut the cash rate at its next...[Read More]

Understanding estate planning and key legal tools: why legal advice is essential

30 January

Estate planning is the process of organising and managing your assets during your lifetime and determining how they will be distributed after your death.Ā  It goes beyond simply writing a will; it involves making key decisions about property...[Read More]

Conquering chronic procrastination: a path to self-improvement

30 January

Procrastination is a universal challenge that affects many of us at some point. From putting off small errands to delaying critical projects, procrastination can significantly impact personal growth, productivity, and overall well-being.Ā  However,...[Read More]

Acting and speaking like a CEO: a people-focused approach to earning respect

30 January

Being a successful CEO isnā€™t just about making strategic decisions or having technical expertise; itā€™s about leading with purpose, inspiring trust, and empowering others.Ā  Acting and speaking like a CEO requires a balance of confidence,...[Read More]

Discovering hidden gems when travelling

30 January

Ah, the thrill of discovering hidden gems! Embark on a journey beyond the ordinary as we uncover the worldā€™s most enchanting hidden gems, where untold beauty and captivating stories await the curious traveller. Let us guide you to some of the...[Read More]

ā€œSheā€™ll Be All Right, Mateā€ ā€“ Until Itā€™s Not: The Case for Plan B

29 January

Australians are known for their laid-back attitude, with the phrase ā€œsheā€™ll be all right, mateā€ embodying a culture of optimism and resilience. Itā€™s a comforting sentiment that encourages us to take life as it comes, but what happens when...[Read More]

Aussie-made tax breaks urged to combat forced labour

29 January

The rapid shift to renewable energy should not depend on forced labour to dig up and process critical minerals to make batteries, solar panels and wind turbines, an anti-slavery expert says. Fiona David, creator of the Walk Free Global Slavery...[Read More]

Disability services reforms target homelessness

29 January

Australians with disabilities experiencing homelessness will be prioritised as the government commits to disability reforms, months after a scathing royal commission into the sector. The Disability Strategy, which acts as a framework for policy...[Read More]