Federal Budget 2022/23 – Documents and Facts Sheets

All the detail for those who like to better understand the fine print.

Federal budget 2022 — Winners and Loser

After 10 years out of government, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has delivered Labor's first budget since its election victory in May.

Budget October 2022-23-Comprehensive summary

The Federal Government is to continue spending more than it earns for at least the next two years at least.

Australian Taxation Office-(ATO) reminder to small businesses this tax time

Small businesses are again in the ATO’s sights this tax time. 

Take action on valuations now to avoid delays, says ATO

The ATO is urging SMSFs to get their asset valuations done before their annual audit to help avoid delays and late lodgements.

Australian Taxation Office warns against asset wash sales

With COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions in the rear-view mirrors of most of the country, the ATO is also beginning to resume ordinary compliance activity levels.

ATO’s interest charges hit highest level in seven years

The ATO has raised both its general interest charge (GIC) rate and shortfall interest charge (SIC) rate for the next quarter, increasing both by more than 1 per cent. 

The Countries that Consume the Most Beer in the World

Check out the countries that consume the most beer from 1963-2021

How to avoid personal liability when dealing with DPNs

There are better ways to handle a director penalty notice than leaving the letter unopened.

SMSF scam investigation sees call centre raided

A boiler room operation in the Philippines has been raided following investigations into a sophisticated scam targeting SMSF money.

What business needs to know about the skills and technology boosts

Proposed measures for a bonus 20 per cent tax deduction to incentivise spending on training and digital uptake are back on track.

Declare cash sales or run the risk, business told

Off-the-books transactions and side hustles have a habit of showing up the ATO’s tracing technology, says Assistant Commissioner.