The Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority has announced Extraordinary Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants and Disaster Assistance Loans which are now available to assist small businesses, primary producers and non-profits who were impacted by the South East Queensland rainfall and flooding events between 22 February – 7 March. What is available? Grants of up to $50,000 to eligible applicants available…
When it comes to cryptocurrency and tax, there are key points you’ll need to understand if you want to avoid falling foul of the ATO. In this article, we explore what you should expect from a tax perspective if you’re dabbling in the world of crypto. There seems to be a misconception that cryptocurrencies such…
If you are expecting leniency around super guarantee payments in these challenging times, we’re sorry to be the bearer of bad news! The penalties for failing to pay employee super on time and in full are now heftier than ever. Here’s what you need to know if you’ve paid late or not at all –…
As your business grows, budgets and projections are needed for understanding your financial viability, but it’s also important to consider ‘worst case scenarios’ that could disrupt your operations. This is why business continuity planning is invaluable, particularly as we navigate ‘the new normal’. While it’s difficult to predict every scenario (the last two years have…
Every business leader knows just how important it is to have a great team. In fact, many successful business owners will tell you that the trick is to hire well, and then get out of the way. But there’s more to team building than simply finding people with the right mix of professional skills. A…
Dealing with distractions at work is always challenging. Add in unsettling news headlines, ever-changing restrictions, and you’ve probably been finding it more difficult than ever to stay focused. When you’re operating a business, you can’t afford to let distractions derail your purpose, productivity and indeed, your profitability. Here, we look at steps you can take…