Charities taxation ruling released

The ruling explains our view of the meaning of ‘charitable’ for the purposes of the terms ‘charitable institution’ and ‘fund established for public charitable purposes’ where they are used in income tax and fringe benefits tax legislation. On 12 October 2011, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) released Taxation Ruling for Charities. More info at TR 2011/4 Income tax and fringe benefits tax: charities   read more

Beaware of tax return scams

Beaware of tax return scams Tax Commissioner Michael D’Ascenzo has reminded the community and businesses to be aware and alert to scams claiming to be from the ATO. read more

Fraudulent emails about e-Tax

Fraudulent emails are circulating which pretend to be from the Australian Tax Office. Using social engineering tricks the criminals behind these emails try to trick you into providing personal information as a pretext to receiving a tax refund. This personal information can be used by the criminals to steal your identity. read more

Warning on tax scams

During the busy tax season, scammers will try to catch you off guard using phone calls, letters, text messages, emails, bogus websites and even false job advertisements to trick you into providing your personal details, banking information and pay money. read more

ATO warns investors of tax time schemes

The ATO has warned taxpayers to steer clear of tax avoidance schemes as they prepare to lodge their 2011 tax returns. read more

MoneySmart

MoneySmart The MoneySmart website offers free, independent guidance to help you make the most of your money. read more

Fuel tax credit eligibility

Decision tool designed to assist businesses in determining whether the fuel they use in business operations which may be eligible for fuel tax credits. read more

Complimentary Business Assessments

During March 2011 South East Access are providing complimentary Business Assessments. The accountants and business advisors at South East Access will help you target specific challenges in your business. read more

Guide for non-profit sporting clubs

Guide for non-profit sporting clubs The guide for non-profit sporting clubs to use when self-assessing if they are exempt from income tax as a society, association or club established for the encouragement of a game or sport. read more

Measure and manage Business growth

Valuable set of free videos, integrated with an online diagnostic tool and related resources to assist you in measuring and managing the high growth potential of your business. read more