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Claiming deductions for personal super contributions Have you made personal super contributions in the last financial year? You may be eligible to claim a tax deduction. In this article, we’ll discuss your eligibility to claim tax deductions, as well as how to make a claim. Let’s jump right into it. What kind of superannuation contributions…
The ATO has these common compliance errors on its radar According to Revenue NSW, eight out of 10 audits conducted last financial year contained payroll tax shortfalls. This government organisation recently contacted the team here at Pherrus detailing the most common compliance errors identified in their audits. We thought we’d pass this information on to…
Do you ever wonder if you’re missing out on valuable tax deductions when contributing to your super? Or perhaps you’ve made a personal contribution but aren’t sure whether you can actually claim it? With updated contribution caps and superannuation rules changing in the 2025–26 financial year, many Australians risk paying extra tax or losing legitimate…
Federal Court Upholds Tax Credit, Despite Non Reporting of PAYG Withheld Amounts It is commonly understood that all PAYG amounts classed as “withheld” from the salary or wages of a taxpayer, must be reported to the ATO. This is a standard element of tax compliance, and is something that the vast majority of Australian tax…
Clarifying ATO Garnishee Notices: Federal Court Rules Out Tax-Related Liability for Non-Compliant Entities It will come as no surprise that the ATO takes overdue tax payments very seriously. Because of this, the tax office is afforded certain legal rights which enable their officers to follow up missed payments, and to collect them in full from…
The gig economy has changed the way Australians earn money. From Uber driving and car sharing to other ride sourcing platforms, more people than ever are turning their cars into income-generating assets. However, with flexibility comes responsibility. This means you can be certain the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is now paying very close attention. Whether…
According to the Australian Business Register, trading names will no longer be listed on the ABN Lookup as of November 2018. The only names listed will be those registered with the ASIC. What does this mean for Australian businesses? In order to trade under your registered trade name, you’ll need to register your trading name…
Should you provide workers compensation insurance for your employees? There might be a few more benefits than you expect. First, let’s look at what this type of insurance entails, and then why you should already have a scheme in place. What is workers compensation insurance? This type of insurance will pay out if one of…
Times have changed for Australian importers. Whether you’re bringing in a few luxury cars, restocking your trading stock, or arranging a shipment of goods for your small business, one thing hasn’t changed: understanding your tax on imported goods is critical if you want to stay compliant and save money. At Pherrus Financial Services, we specialise…
Understanding the complex and ever-changing tax compliance regulations is a challenge for every small business. On top of keeping up with changes, you must also closely follow the regulations for proper recording of tax compliance transactions. According to Australian Taxation Office Assistant Commissioner Jennifer Moltisanti, errors on taxpayer Business Activity Statements (BAS) can create unnecessary costs for your business. She encourages small…