In an increasingly volatile global economy, the latest wave of US tariff hikes and trade restrictions has sent ripples across international supply chains. For many Chinese business owners and import-export operators in Australia, the question is not just “what’s happening?”—but more importantly, “how do we adapt and grow amid uncertainty?” Over the past few weeks, […]
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As the 2024–25 financial year draws to a close, it’s more important than ever for business owners, trustees, and investors to ensure their tax affairs are in order. This year, several areas have attracted greater attention from the ATO, including family trusts, Division 7A loans, franking credits, and superannuation contributions. Here’s a summary of what
2024–25 EOFY Tax Wrap-Up: What to Prepare Before 30 June Read More »
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has issued an Interim Decision Impact Statement on the recent case of Hall and Commissioner of Taxation [2025] ARTA 600—a decision that could reshape how certain tax deductions are claimed in Australia. This case revolves around whether a taxpayer can claim deductions for home occupancy expenses and car expenses under
ATO Disputes Hall Case Ruling on Home Office and Car Claims Read More »
A recent case, Hall and FCT [2025] ARTA 600, is making waves in the Australian tax community—and it could have big implications for employees who claim home office or car expenses in their tax return. The AAT (Administrative Appeals Tribunal) found that the taxpayer in this case was entitled to claim occupancy and car expenses,
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The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released the latest travel and meal allowance rates for the 2025–26 financial year under Taxation Determination TD 2025/4. These updated figures apply to employees who claim deductions for meal and travel expenses when working overtime or travelling for work, both domestically and overseas. Understanding these updates is essential for
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The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has recently released two draft legislative instruments that could affect the way you manage tax depreciation and payroll withholding. These proposed changes may benefit business owners and employers across multiple industries, but understanding them—and applying them correctly—is key. If your business owns assets or pays allowances to employees, here’s what
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The Australian Government has announced a new Grid Enhancing Technologies (GET) program, offering grants of up to $5 million to businesses and organisations that can help improve the performance of Australia’s electricity grid. If your company is involved in renewable energy, power technology, research or infrastructure, this is an exciting chance to access substantial funding—up
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The Australian Border Force (ABF) has released its latest Goods Compliance Update, highlighting where importers and exporters are getting caught—and what steps businesses should take to stay on the right side of customs and GST rules. At Boa & Co. Chartered Accountants, we closely monitor updates like these to keep our clients protected from unnecessary
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If your business is planning to claim the Research & Development Tax Incentive (RDTI), important changes are on the horizon. The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) has announced that a new R&D registration application form will go live in mid-August 2025. For many innovative businesses—especially startups, tech firms, or companies in scientific fields—this
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If you own a company or hold a business name in Australia, important changes are coming your way. From 1 July 2025, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) will increase its fees across many commonly lodged documents—including company registrations, business name renewals, and late lodgments. For many small to medium businesses—especially those managed by
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