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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.


JobKeeper ATO Update 2

The following information has been released since our last blog post “JobKeeper ATO Update”.


JobKeeper ATO Update

By Matthew Moloney

The ATO have released further details on the JobKeeper payment.


JobKeeper Payment Update and Changes to the Fair Work Act (2009)

By Matthew Moloney

The JobKeeper Payment legislation and changes to the Fair Work Act passed both houses of parliament last night. 


New working from home arrangements

By D'Lene Browning

The ATO has announced special arrangements making it easier for people to claim deductions for working from home due to COVID-19.


Rent relief for commercial tenants

The Federal Government has announced a Code of Conduct for commercial landlords to apply when negotiating with tenants affected by COVID-19.


$10,000 Small Business Support Grant

By Katy Isherwood

The NSW Government has today announced that grants of up to $10,000 will be made available for eligible small business affected by COVID-19 restrictions.


What is the new $1,500 JobKeeper payment and are you eligible to receive it?

Small business employers that have experienced a 30 per cent fall in revenue since March 1 will be eligible for the $1,500 per fortnight wage subsidy.


Australian Banking Association Business Relief Package

Australian Banking Association CEO Anna Bligh has announced enhanced relief measures for COVID-19.


Introduction of flexible Long Service Leave Arrangements

Yesterday, the NSW Parliament passed amendments to the NSW Long Service Leave Act to introduce more flexibility around the taking of long service leave.


Second set of Economic Responses to the Coronavirus

While the full economic effects from the virus remain uncertain, the outlook has deteriorated since the Government’s initial Economic Response announced on 12 March 2020.


Business Continuity Plan

As a business owner you are facing unprecedented times as the pandemic COVID-19 unfolds. As the situation continues to evolve, it is imperative that business owners have a business continuity plan in place to help your business survive.


Coronavirus Economics Stimulus Package

Yesterday Scott Morrison announced the details of a $17.6b stimulus package to help combat the impact of the coronavirus to business and the economy.


Drought Assistance Fund (RAA)

By Matthew Moloney

Only $9,609,810 remains of the $100,000,000 allocated for loan funding, check if you're eligible.


WDF | Xero Seminar Feb 2020

By Charles Talbot

We had a great turn out for last weeks Xero Seminar presented by Charles & Yana, thank you to all that attended.


10 tips to improve your cash flow and stay on top of your finances

By D'Lene Browning

One of the common challenges small businesses face is cash flow.


5 Cyber security tips to minimise risk of online fraud

By Steven Castelletto

The Internet can be a scary place. With cases of cyber fraud and identity theft skyrocketing, here’s 5 tips to help you stay safe.


Borrowing to buy property in your SMSF

By Vicky Richards

What are the risk?


Business Energy Advice Program (BEAP)

By Brooke Guiton

Making energy saving easy!


Has your business got a recovery plan?

By Andrea Bradley

The importance of planning ahead for the unexpected.


When can super benefits be accessed?

By Vicky Richards

Do you know what super benefits you can access, and the conditions of release?


Study & Training Support Loans

By Yana Robinson

There are a number of loans available from the Australian Government to assist eligible students to complete further training and study.


Change in Fuel Tax Credit Rate for Truck and Bus Operators

By Andrea Bradley

Are you aware of the recent FTC rate change for Truck and Bus Operators?