The May edition of the Powerline Newsletter is here! Click the link below to catch up on our latest staff updates, announcements and articles. Powerline Newsletter - Issue 2, 2025...
With the recent federal election result, there’s renewed focus on the proposed Division 296 tax, a measure set to impact some self-managed super funds (SMSF). Here’s a breakdown of what it means and w...
For small business owners, ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) can still sound like something cooked up in a boardroom full of corporate suits. Maybe you’ve heard, “It’s just a passing trend,” or ...
As we approach the end of the financial year, many individuals and business owners are reviewing their financial position and asking important questions about their lending. Whether you’re wondering i...
For small business owners, cash flow is the lifeblood of your operation. It keeps your team paid, your lights on, and your growth ambitions alive. Yet, for many, a silent killer lurks in the backgroun...
Business in the BANI Era: Rethinking Resilience and Strategy For decades, leaders and economists have relied on the VUCA framework—Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity—to interpret a fa...
After more than 53 years of unwavering service, we are honoured to celebrate the retirement of Edna Hurtz—our long-time Financial Officer, trusted colleague, and treasured member of the Power Tynan fa...
Recent changes to Australia’s tax regulations could significantly affect businesses carrying overdue tax debts. Beginning 1 July 2025, businesses with ATO (Australian Taxation Office) debt will no lon...
The Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Incentives and Integrity) Bill 2024 passed both houses of Parliament last week on 26th March. The measures contained in this bill are now law and include: From 1 July...
The Government’s big moment in the 2025-26 Federal Budget was the personal income tax cuts. Income tax cuts are a dazzling headline but in reality they deliver a tax saving of up to $268 in the 2026-2...
The business landscape is evolving faster than ever. With advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), changing workforce dynamics, and increasing economic and geopolitical pressures, business leader...
All hands are on deck to kick housing construction into high gear, but is there an end in sight to the affordability crisis? Economics 101 dictates that when demand for a product exceeds supply, pric...
Australia’s Political Landscape: Budget, Ballots and Big Decisions Ahead Australia is entering a pivotal political period, with two major events on the horizon—the Federal Budget on Tuesday, 25 March...
The Importance of Community and the Benefits of Working in Groups In today's world, the importance of community and collaboration cannot be overstated. Whether in personal or professional settings, b...
A recent Full Federal Court decision has overturned 15 years of Australian Taxation Office (ATO) administrative practice regarding unpaid present entitlements (UPEs). This ruling has significant impli...
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has announced a 0.25% cut in the official cash rate, bringing mortgage rates into focus once again. For borrowers, the big question is: Should you lock in a fixed r...
Accessing your superannuation isn’t as simple as reaching a certain age—it’s about meeting specific conditions of release that have been carefully designed to protect your long-term financial security...
Bookkeeping might not be the flashiest part of running a business, but it plays a critical role in maintaining the financial health and growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). For Australian bu...
Estate planning is often seen as something only for the wealthy or those with complex assets. However, it’s essential for everyone—no matter their age, income, or family situation. Estate planning inv...
Do you use Xero payroll with its auto super functionality? You need to know about this update! It is not uncommon for super payments to be returned / fail due to an employee providing incorrect sup...
