From November 2021 it is a requirement for all directors of a company in Australia to apply for a director identification number (DIN) in order to meet their obligations under... read more →
A business plan establishes the goals and objectives of a business and outlines how they will be achieved. It is vital, especially for small businesses, to review progress and update... read more →
Many of us would like to think that ‘older’ means ‘wiser’, but when it comes to money that isn’t always the case. The complexity of Australia’s superannuation and pension systems... read more →
Quarterly economic review – 30 June 2021 Global economyThe COVID-19 pandemic remains a major feature on the global stage, although global economic recovery continues, with the JP Morgan Markit Global... read more →
For many, the word ‘retirement’ is associated with the idea of extended holidays to far-flung locations or spending quality time with grandchildren. However, there are a range of financial, emotional... read more →
We can understand during difficult economic times that business owners search for ways to reduce their costs and outgoings, but when those decisions affect others detrimentally, that’s when there's more... read more →
The Morrison and Berejiklian Governments announced yesterday a combined economic support package worth up to $5.1 billion aimed at saving jobs and protecting businesses through the current COVID-19 lockdown. The... read more →
When it comes to investing for a comfortable retirement, could you be your own worst enemy? Here’s how your unconscious fears and biases could impact your financial decision-making – and... read more →
Back in the days of “normal” interest rates the simple answer to the question “what do I do with any surplus savings?” was “pay off debt”. That’s still a sound... read more →
The calculation of income tax for businesses becomes more complex as business activities and income streams grow. There are two primary considerations that arise when calculating income tax: assessable income... read more →
When you retire, your superannuation is likely to become an important source of your income. That’s why it’s a good idea to top it up while you are working. But... read more →
Leenane Templeton has been shortlisted for the Australian Accounting Awards 2021. The firm has been named as a finalist in the Australian Accounting Awards for Boutique Firm of the Year... read more →
With there being so many changes to tax as presented in the Federal Budget, this is a concise summary of those that may have the biggest impact or relevance to... read more →
We have pleasure in enclosing a summary of the significant announcements from the Federal Government's 2021/22 Budget. While there were no particular surprises in this year’s budget, just about everyone... read more →
Many businesses have been kept afloat by the government over the past twelve months, buoyed by the many benefits and concessions from schemes they have deployed. The two largest schemes... read more →
This time of year many clients take the opportunity to have a proactive tax and compliance planning strategy before the end of the financial year in order to maximise tax... read more →
An important part of planning and managing finances as a business should be in understanding how the financial situation that the business is in can be improved. The challenges faced... read more →
Office real estate is undergoing a fundamental shift, while COVID-19 has accelerated a number of global real estate investment trends, including the continued growth of e-commerce and falling home ownership.... read more →
Businesses should aim to move towards digitising their tax, super and employee related documents as per recommendation by the ATO. Digital record-keeping has many advantages: • Streamline accounting practices by... read more →
Our Head Office has today moved from King Street, Newcastle, to new purpose built offices at 484 Hunter Street, Newcastle. All of our phone numbers, emails and PO Box will... read more →