Draft super objective to ‘protect super from interference’

Draft super objective to ‘protect super from interference’

Superannuation bodies have welcomed the government’s draft objective for superannuation, stating it will provide equity in the system and help protect preservation. . Treasury this week has released a draft proposal for the objective of superannuation in a...
No plans to extend NALI compliance relief, says ATO

No plans to extend NALI compliance relief, says ATO

The ATO says it does not intend to extend PCG 2020/5 for another year and will wait to see what changes the government legislates. . Late last month, Treasury released some proposals for amending the non-arm’s length income provisions in relation to expenses of a...
Three simple steps for financial wellness

Three simple steps for financial wellness

If money’s too tight to mention, here’s some small steps that can make a big difference in achieving your financial goals. . How would you rate your level of financial wellness? Do you think you’re in a good position to meet your immediate and near-term financial...
Why most investors want human advice

Why most investors want human advice

Artificial intelligence systems, and their ability to undertake often complex tasks in seconds, are increasingly gaining attention and user traction. . Yet, when it comes to personal finances and investing, it’s evident humans definitely have the upper hand on AI. By...
Contribution caps to stay the same for 2023–24 year

Contribution caps to stay the same for 2023–24 year

Concessional and non-concessional contribution caps are set to stay at $27,500 and $110,000 following the release of the AWOTE figure. . The concessional contributions cap is indexed in increments of $2,500 based on average weekly ordinary time earnings (AWOTE) figure...
ATO plans publicity campaign for final Work From Home guidance

ATO plans publicity campaign for final Work From Home guidance

  More demanding record-keeping requirements in the November draft have been in place since 1 January.     The ATO is just days away from publishing its final guidance on work from home (WFH) expense deductions and said it plans a publicity campaign to alert taxpayers...
An ongoing debate every employer needs to be on top of.

An ongoing debate every employer needs to be on top of.

How to work it out: employee or contractor To check if your worker is an employee or contractor, you need to review the whole working arrangement.  Read on ….     On 9 February 2022, the High Court handed down decisions in CFMMEU v Personnel Contracting [2022]...
ATO issues fresh warning on illegal early access schemes

ATO issues fresh warning on illegal early access schemes

With illegal early access schemes on the rise, the Tax Office has issued a fact sheet warning super members about the promoters of these schemes. . In a recent update, the ATO warned superannuation members to be wary of anyone known as promotors who want to help set...