High alert issued over myGov tax time scam
The Australian Cyber Security Centre has now issued a high alert over myGov-related scams as tax time scams increase.
Extended director penalty regime to catch out ‘zombie companies’
Directors of companies struggling through COVID-19 conditions could be at particular risk of the recently expanded director penalty notice regime, warns one tax lawyer.
SG amnesty deadline – 7 September
Small businesses have been urged to disclose historical superannuation guarantee shortfalls ahead of the fast-approaching SG amnesty deadline.
‘Hundreds’ to be contacted in ATO early super compliance blitz
Hundreds of Australians who applied for the COVID-19 early release of superannuation are set to be queried on their eligibility as the ATO kicks off a pilot compliance program.
90,000 SMEs to benefit from new JobTrainer program
The government has announced a $2.5 billion JobTrainer program, giving 340,000 Australians the opportunity to retrain or upskill into sectors with job opportunities, including an additional $1.5 billion to expand the apprentice and trainee wage subsidy.
COVID-19 resources -Update July 2020
Several new links have been added to the many already in this article, links that date back to the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have any questions, or require further assistance, please send us an email or phone.
JobKeeper Phase 2 – The Next Step
The Government has decided to extend a lower JobKeeper for a further six months (13 fortnights) from 28 September this year, with eligibility based on actual rather than projected turnover declines.
Important Single Touch Payroll Update
Single Touch Payroll (STP) and Annual PAYG Payment Summaries – a reminder to both employers and employees.
Payroll Tax 2020 concessions and JobKeeper
Employers subject to payroll tax will generally benefit from an expected relaxation of payroll tax by all states & Territories.
Work Related expenses – 2020
Although the coronavirus lockdown has changed the work habits of many taxpayers, the fundamental tax claims for 2020 apply the same old tax principles.