Tax and tinsel Q&As: The top Christmas party questions

Tax and tinsel Q&As: The top Christmas party questions

What is tax deductible this silly season? We explain which gifts, food, drinks and festivities are subject to tax and GST. Read on to find out what they are. What can I do to make the staff Christmas party tax deductible or tax-free? Not have one? Ok, seriously, it’s...
What’s ahead for the 2025 tax year?

What’s ahead for the 2025 tax year?

The last few years have been a rollercoaster ride of instability. 2025 holds hope, but not a guarantee, of greater stability and certainty. We explore some of the key changes and challenges. An election Welcome to political advertising slipping into your social media,...
Phasing out cheques: what to expect

Phasing out cheques: what to expect

The Government has announced a transition plan to phase out the use of cheques. Under the plan, cheques will stop being issued by 30 June 2028 and stop being accepted on 30 September 2029. The use of cheques has declined dramatically over the last 10 years, declining...
What makes or breaks Christmas?

What makes or breaks Christmas?

The cost of living has eased over the past year but consumers are still under pressure. For business, planning is the key to managing Christmas volatility. The countdown to Christmas is on and we’re in the midst of a headlong rush to maximise any remaining...