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ATO issues warning to first-time investors

September 19, 2021 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on ATO issues warning to first-time investors

 

A surge in first-time investors trading shares and exchange-traded funds (ETF) has prompted the ATO to issue a warning on share tax treatment and the behaviour that raises red flags.

 


Unemployment rate falls to 12-year low

September 16, 2021 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Unemployment rate falls to 12-year low

 

The latest round of employment data shows the unemployment rate fell by 0.3 of a percentage point to 4.6 per cent through July. But the 12-year low might not signify labour market strength, experts say.

 


Lockdowns and mental health

September 13, 2021 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Lockdowns and mental health

 

Victoria endures its sixth lockdown as the state's cases grow; NSW records 1,281 new local COVID-19 cases and three deaths. Lockdowns to be eased once 70% of the population is double vaccinated against COVID-19 yet today some 60% of Australians are in lockdown.

 

 


State and Federal COVID-19 support

September 11, 2021 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on State and Federal COVID-19 support

 

The following links are to the latest state and federal government plans, schemes, programs, and initiatives to help businesses and individuals manage the impact of yet more COVID-19 restrictions.

 


Superannuation Guarantee Rates Reminder

August 27, 2021 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on Superannuation Guarantee Rates Reminder

 

The current superannuation guarantee rates for employees has increased to 10% rate from pay periods ending after 1st July 2021.  This has changed from the 9.5% superannuation guarantee rate used since 2014.

 


ATO Small Business Newsroom – July / August

August 21, 2021 12:00 am Published by Comments Off on ATO Small Business Newsroom – July / August

 

The ATO provides information on a large number of business related topics, issues, rules and regulations.  We hope this article will help quickly you keep up to date.