Weirdest Tax Time excuses the ATO has ever seen

The ATO have recently given examples of some of the weirdest Tax Time excuses they’ve ever received, and they’re hilarious! Read all about them below:   1. “Someone has stolen my pants”   One taxpayer claimed to have a thief break into their car and steal their pants containing all proof of purchase.   2. “I’ve got holiday brain”   As an excuse for late lodgment, one taxpayer claimed to…  Read more

Time for a Payroll Health Check

  As we predicted with the introduction of GST, the ATO is focusing on ensuring employers are meeting their obligations to employees. As there have been a number of changes and in the light of increased scrutiny, we recommend that you conduct a review of your payroll processes. This includes but is not limited to the following.   1. Registered for Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting Unless you have applied…  Read more

What you need to know this tax season

With tax season in full bloom we’ve compiled a list of a few things we think you should be aware of. Individuals Waiting for your payment summary? Check out myGov If you are waiting for your annual payment summary from your employer, make sure they are not reporting through Single Touch Payroll (“STP”). If they have prepared for STP, you need to link your myGov account to the ATO to…  Read more