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Search Engine Optimisation for Small Businesses

With an estimated 130 trillion webpages identified by Google, how do you get a look in? Search engine optimisation (SEO) is all about providing internet users with the best experience and maximising your ability to be seen.


Pay and payroll mistakes that can cost your business

Businesses can get payroll wrong without being aware of it. Pay and payroll errors are a major risk for any business, so you need to know where you could be going wrong and ways to stay compliant.


Additional COVID Support Package for NSW Businesses

The Federal and NSW Governments have announced further support aimed at helping businesses and people right across the state fight through the current COVID-19 lockdown.


Casual Employment New Rules from March 2021

Employers, there are some important changes to employing casuals. You must provide a Casual Employment Information Statement and offer permanent employment in some situations.


New COVID Support Package for NSW Businesses

Today the Premier announced a new support package for small businesses across Sydney and regional areas impacted by the current Covid-19 Restrictions.


Mouse Control Support Program

By Gillian Hayward

Have you been effected by the mouse plague? If so, there are a range of funding measures available to assist.


Choosing the Right Apps for your Business

Software technology has evolved massively in the past decade. To ensure you’re getting the best from the available tech, it's important to choose the right apps and to create the ideal 'app stack' for your business.


Changes to Modern Award Rates 2021-2022

By Christina Cotter

The Fair Work Commission has announced a 2.5% increase to the national minimum wage to apply from 1 July 2021.


Federal Budget 2021-2022 Key Points

The Federal Budget 2021-22 is all about economic recovery, including tax cuts, business incentives and investment in training. Many changes in the budget can benefit individuals and business owners.


Mental Health Matters

Work-related stress and mental health conditions can significantly impact a business. As a business owner you need to look out for your employees, and you also need to look after yourself. Keep reading for some tips to start you on the right path to ensuring mental health matters to you and your organisation.


What Happens When You Pay Your Super Guarantee Late

By Charles Talbot

Are you paying your employees superannuation on time, every time? If not this will cost you money. Significant fines and penalties can be imposed and they can stack up quickly.


Small Business Fees and Charges Rebate

The NSW State Government is supporting small businesses to recover from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic by providing a rebate to help with the cost of government fees and charges.


The Superannuation Guarantee Explained

By Charles Talbot

Are you paying the correct amount of superannuation to your employees on time? The Superannuation Guarantee can be complex. It is critical to understand and ensure you are meeting your obligations.


Contractor or Employee – What You Need to Know

Should your staff be contractors or employees? There are many factors to assess and it’s the business owner’s responsibility to get it right.


Tax Measures for Primary Producers

By D'Lene Browning

There are a range of tax measures that are available to primary producers to help minimise tax obligations. Now is the time to review your financial estimate for the 2021 financial year.


How to Build a Watertight Accounts Receivable Process

By Lauren Taylor

Getting paid for the work you do is important, that is why it is crucial to have an effective accounts receivable process in place.


Record Keeping Requirements for SMSFs

By Sarah Cochrane

As a Self-Manager Superannuation Fund (SMSF) trustee, record keeping is one of your key responsibilities.


Small Business Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping is an essential task for business owners. Well-kept books are a must when it comes to completing accurate tax returns and working with lenders.


Does your business deal in trading stock?

By Gillian Hayward

Does your business deal in trading stock? Do you know your requirements when preparing your annual stocktake?


What to Expect from ATO Audits and Risk Reviews

By Kimberley Butler

ATO audits and risk reviews are on the rise, with JobKeeper and COVID-19 payments now on the ATO’s radar. Getting help to professionally manage the audit will save you time, money, and can make the process easier.


Leveraging Your Technology

By Christina Cotter

Leveraging your technology will provide you with accurate real-time data to make more informed decisions in your business.


Maximise Your Concessional Superannuation Contributions

Have you maximised your concessional super contributions for 2019? Act now to take advantage of the new rules allowing you to make a top-up payment. Get in touch today before your super fund contribution deadline for 2020.


Terminating Employment: how to get the process right

Dismissing an employee is never easy. But if you understand and fulfill your obligations, it will make the process easier for everyone and help you stay on the right side of employment law.


Business Registrations Open for Dine and Discover NSW

By Katy Isherwood

To support the dining, arts and tourism industry the NSW Government has launched Dine & Discover NSW in an effort to encourage the community to support these industries.


Planning for seasonal dips in income

One of the most challenging aspects for a small business is seasonal dips in income. But there are proactive ways to predict, plan for and overcome these dips in revenue.


Agristarter Loan - Applications Now Open

By Gillian Hayward

Are you looking to undertake succession planning or recently undertaken succession planning? Are you looking to purchase or establish your first farming business? There is new government assistance available to support new and intergenerational farmers.


Changes to Modern Award Rates 2020-2021

By Christina Cotter

The Fair Work Commission determined that the minimum wage rates provided for under Modern Awards would increase by 1.75%. The timing of increases will be staggered across awards.


Cybersecurity and the Dangers of Distraction

By Steven Castelletto

It is that time of year again where we step away from the numbers and tax legislations to discuss cybersecurity.


NSW Stamp Duty Concession for SMSFs

Since 1 July 2010 concessional stamp duty rates have been available to SMSF’s on the transfer of NSW business real property from a member to the SMSF. A duty of $50 applies to eligible transfers where there is no borrowing and $500 where there is borrowing.


Understanding Pricing

By Charles Talbot

At some stage in the business lifecycle, most business owners will struggle with setting the price of a product or service. A range of factors can impact pricing. Keep reading as some of the factors around setting price and understanding your business costs are explained in more detail.


JobMaker Hiring Credit - Am I Eligible

By Gillian Hayward

Is your business growing and expanding and looking to take on more staff? You may be eligible for the JobMaker Hiring Credit.


Drought Transport Subsidy Ending Soon

By Gillian Hayward

Round 3 of the drought transport subsidy is due to end on the 31 December 2020.


Instant Asset Write-Off

By Christina Cotter

Small Business Month: Tips for Claiming the Instant Asset Write-Off


NSW Payroll Tax Stimulus Payment Arrangements

By Tui Silvester

Do you have a payroll tax liability for the 2019/2020 year or for the months of July to September 2020?


Know what to include on a tax invoice

By Brooke Guiton

A detailed overview of invoicing requirements.


2020 Federal Budget

By Gillian Hayward

Top measures released in the Government’s 2020 Budget that may affect you and your business.


Small Business Month

By Andrea Bradley

With October being Small Business Month, we reflect and feel fortunate to have the opportunity to work with many small businesses.


Non compliance of SMSF - ignore the rules at your peril

By Vicky Richards

Check the rules before you act.


Should you be registered for GST?

By Katy Isherwood

When a new business commences, a common question that is asked is "Should I include GST on my invoices"?


Farm Household Allowance (FHA)

By Gillian Hayward

Are you aware of changes made to the Farm Household Allowance?


NSW Small Business Month Festival

Are you a small business owner looking to reboot, recover or grow your business?


JobKeeper Key Dates - September

By Kimberley Butler

JobKeeper Key Dates not to be missed for the month of September.


COVID-19 Early Release of Superannuation

By Vicky Richards

Who can apply and what are the requirements?


Southern border small business support grant

By D'Lene Browning

Are you eligible?


We're a COVIDSafe registered business

We are proud to be a COVIDSafe registered business, your health & safety is our top priority.


Maintaining your Google listing

By Steven Castelletto

Tips on getting your business noticed online.


JobKeeper 2.1 - More Updates

By Charles Talbot

The government has today announced updates to both the existing and extension JobKeeper schemes.


JobKeeper Key Dates - August

By Kimberley Butler

JobKeeper Key Dates not to be missed for the month of August.


WDF Professional COVID-19 Safety Plan

We are ensuring the safety of our team members and clients is top priority.


Regional Investment Corporation receives additional loan funding

By Gillian Hayward

Are you eligible for additional drought assistance funding?


Extension to the JobKeeper Payment

By Charles Talbot

Important changes to the JobKeeper payments from 28 September 2020.


Free Online Mental Health Training

By Kimberley Butler

Have you checked in with your employees lately?


COVID-19 Land Tax Relief

By Kimberley Butler

Are you eligible to apply?


JobKeeper Key Dates - July

By Kimberley Butler

JobKeeper Key Dates not to be missed for the month of July.


Small business COVID-19 recovery grant

By D'Lene Browning

Small businesses may be eligible for another COVID-19 recovery grant.


The road to recovery from COVID-19

By Yana Robinson

Important points to consider for your businesses recovery journey.


End of Financial Year

By Yana Robinson

Important information for businesses to remember in the lead up to 30 June 2020.


HomeBuilder Grant

By Kimberley Butler

Are you eligible for the new HomeBuilder Grant?


Updated information relating to casual employees

By Andrea Bradley

Do you employ casuals within your business? Consider what these updates mean for you.


JobKeeper Key Dates

By Charles Talbot

The table below outlines the JobKeeper Key Dates not to be missed for the month of May.