https://www.chpa.com.au/index.php/tools/blocks/pronews_list/rss?bID=181&cID=136&arHandle=Main Content Chau and Hennessy Professional Accountants - Latest News https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/year-end-make-most-it/ With just a few weeks left in the year, what can you be doing to start 2024 on a high?.... Tue, 21 Nov 23 11:04:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/australian-treasury-super-consultation-paper-released-same-pay-pay/ The Government has released a consultation paper in relation to its announcement in the 2023–24 Budget that employers will be required to pay their employees’ superannuation guarantee entitlements on the same day that they pay salary and wages. Subject to the passage of legislation, the measures will commence from 1 July 2026. Comments are due by 3 November 2023..... Wed, 11 Oct 23 12:21:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/first-home-buyers-seminar/ Come along and hear from some of the most respected local experts in the property industry about buying your first home and the steps involved..... Thu, 27 Apr 23 13:02:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/verify-or-report-scam-trusted-organisations/ With scams becoming more prevalent, now is a good time to refresh your knowledge on how to verify and report a scam from the ATO. Click the link for more information.... Thu, 09 Feb 23 15:58:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/20-ways-boost-value-your-business/ My Business have released 20 tips to help increase the value in your business. Click the link for more information.... Tue, 13 Dec 22 09:16:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/new-business-support-package-announced-nsw/ The NSW Government recently announced the 2022 Small Business Support Program, a small business support package for businesses hit by Omicron. Applications will open mid-February. Click on the link to find out more..... Wed, 02 Feb 22 17:31:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/ato-scam-alerts/ The ATO has released an article detailing current information and some examples of the latest ATO impersonation scams. If you have any concerns about your dealings with the ATO, please do not hesitate to reach out..... Fri, 03 Dec 21 17:50:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/eofy-deduction-checklist-businesses/ MyBusiness has released a checklist of potential deductions for you to consider prior to the end of financial year. Click the link below to read more..... Thu, 24 Jun 21 17:32:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/cryptocurrency-tax-tips/ As cryptocurrency is becoming increasingly popular it is important you are aware of the implications of buying and selling as this may need to be included as a capital gain or loss in your income tax return..... Wed, 02 Jun 21 08:19:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/ato-held-super/ When the ATO holds super money for you, it can include amounts paid by employers, superfunds or the government on your behalf which can be consolidated or claimed once you have met certain conditions..... Fri, 14 May 21 10:10:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/further-support-businesses/ We've outlined some ongoing incentives available for businesses - click the link to find out more..... Mon, 10 May 21 10:56:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/ongoing-covid-incentives/ Post JobKeeper incentives..... Wed, 31 Mar 21 17:27:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/87-billion-stimulus-package-australian-businesses/ An $8.7 billion major stimulus package for Australian businesses is expected to be announced by the coalition today. The aim of this business package is to keep businesses running and Australian's in jobs amid the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak..... Thu, 12 Mar 20 15:29:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/tax-rorts-black-economy-activity-tip-offs-increase-says-ato/ .... Mon, 03 Feb 20 15:53:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/ato-support-offered-amid-australias-bush-fire-crisis/ The ATO has committed to showing leniency amid Australia's bush fire crisis. This SMSFAdviser article explains how and the link below will also provide further information for those who require it..... Wed, 08 Jan 20 10:24:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/accessing-age-pension/ Contrary to popular belief, not everyone over the age of 65 is entitled to the age pension. This article has been published by SMSFAdviser and provides a great outline on some of the age pension qualification parameters..... Wed, 11 Dec 19 11:03:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/studies-suggest-1-4-business-owners-will-quit-within-3-years/ .... Wed, 27 Nov 19 17:09:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/leaving-work-related-stress-door/ This article provides some great tips on how to leave your work-related stress at the office and how to recharge after work - something I think we could all learn from..... Tue, 12 Nov 19 15:54:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/rotary-charity-golf-day-2019/ We are proud to support the 2019 Rotary Charity Golf Day at Bonville Golf Resort, and encourage you to submit an entry or make a donation to some very worthwhile causes. This year, funds are being raised for the Waratah Respite Service and Rotary Drought Relief..... Mon, 02 Sep 19 10:07:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/11-eofy-resolutions-small-business/ As the end of the 2019 financial year is fast approaching, ensure you ready for the new year by reviewing these 11 resolutions for your business..... Fri, 21 Jun 19 13:39:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/tax-tips-when-renovating-your-property/ Renovations made to your rental property may have tax implications, so it is important to be aware of these before you commence a renovation/repair..... Thu, 13 Jun 19 13:32:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/labors-attack-small-business/ .... Fri, 17 May 19 12:00:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/work-inspiration-2019/ A photo from our recent work inspiration meeting with the volunteers for 2019. This ongoing project by The Smith Family is something we are proud to be a part of again later this year. We love the support this program provides to our young disadvantaged Australians, and hope to see others in the community get involved..... Wed, 03 Apr 19 14:10:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/payment-summaries-will-no-longer-be-required-roll-out-single-touch-payroll/ .... Tue, 02 Apr 19 11:14:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/who-uses-negative-gearing/ .... Fri, 22 Mar 19 11:24:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/do-you-know-how-recognise-tax-scams/ We want to remind our clients and members of the community to be aware of these tax scams and to contact their registered tax agent should they have any concerns..... Mon, 04 Mar 19 13:29:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/asic-warns-super-spruikers-who-continue-operate-coffs-harbour-area/ Make sure you always seek qualified advice!.... Fri, 15 Feb 19 08:18:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/what-triggers-ato-audit/ .... Fri, 14 Dec 18 09:27:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/smith-familys-2018-work-inspiration/ Chau & Hennessy Professional Accountants were proud to be a part of The Smith Family’s 2018 work inspiration, which provides an opportunity for young people to be introduced to new career ideas and develop their aspirations. The link below details the outcome of the 2017 work inspiration and how beneficial it was for the students..... Fri, 10 Aug 18 15:11:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/employee-vs-contractor/ With an ever growing focus being placed on the misclassification of employees as contractors, this article focuses on the big question: ‘When is a contractor not a contractor?’.... Wed, 18 Jul 18 14:34:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/tax-tips-2018/ CPA Australia have provided the following tax tips to assist small businesses..... Mon, 18 Jun 18 11:07:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/ato-crackdown-work-related-expenses/ .... Tue, 05 Jun 18 14:30:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/chau-hennessy-professional-accountant-are-hiring/ If you are looking for a long term career in accounting we encourage you to send through your covering letter and resume..... Fri, 18 May 18 15:09:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/rotary-charity-golf-day-2018/ We are proud to support the 2018 Rotary Charity Golf Day at Bonville Golf Resort, and encourage you to submit an entry or make a donation towards some very worthwhile causes..... Wed, 09 May 18 14:14:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/19th-rotary-wine-beer-food-enjoyment/ The 19th Rotary wine, beer & food enjoyment is on Saturday 19th May 2018 from 2.30pm at Pacific Bay Resort. Everyone is welcome!.... Fri, 20 Apr 18 15:50:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/one-agency-property-investor-seminar-2018/ .... Wed, 21 Mar 18 10:49:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/rotarians-swing-club-cause/ .... Fri, 16 Mar 18 08:31:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/coffs-coast-must-decide-its-future/ A thought-provoking article by one of our partners, Richard Hennessy..... Wed, 07 Feb 18 10:35:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/financial-planning-its-matter-survival/ .... Fri, 02 Feb 18 15:55:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/new-superannuation-rules-downsizing-your-home/ .... Wed, 20 Dec 17 10:51:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/new-proposal-stamp-our-100-bills-use-date-crack-down-tax-avoidance/ .... Fri, 01 Dec 17 15:21:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/congratulations-paul-his-new-restaurant-silvios-italiano/ Another new local business we hope the community will get behind and support..... Tue, 07 Nov 17 11:58:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/congratulations-joe-libby-their-new-venture/ Hoping to see the local community get behind this new and exciting concept..... Thu, 02 Nov 17 09:12:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/2017-rotary-charity-golf-day/ Chau & Hennessy Professional Accountants are proud to support the 2017 Rotary Charity Golf Day at Bonville Golf Resort. This year the Mid North Coast Cancer Institute will be the main beneficiary with a Vital Signs Monitor to be funded from the proceeds of this event..... Tue, 17 Oct 17 16:53:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/ato-cracks-down-work-related-expenses/ Concerns raised as the ATO scrutinises work-related expenses..... Fri, 22 Sep 17 08:44:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/tax-tips-2017/ You'll find a wealth of information in these annual tax tips now updated for 2017..... Mon, 10 Jul 17 11:22:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/18th-rotary-wine-beer-food-enjoyment/ The 18th Rotary wine, beer & food enjoyment is on this Saturday, 20th May 2017 from 2:30pm at Novotel Pacific Bay Resort..... Tue, 16 May 17 11:04:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/chau-hennessy-accountants-positions-vacant/ Positions for a Trainee Accountant & an Experienced Accountant are available within our firm..... Tue, 04 Apr 17 11:27:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/australian-financial-planning-newsletter/ In this issue: Do happier people live longer? Do the super changes affect me? Aged care - not that easy!.... Thu, 23 Mar 17 08:39:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/useful-free-ato-app-mydeductions/ The free ATO app myDeductions is useful for individuals and sole traders. Individuals can save time and keep their tax deductions organised. For sole traders, it's a record-keeping tool they can use to keep track of their income and expenses..... Wed, 08 Mar 17 12:10:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/coffs-city-rotary-club-supports-cancer-patients-technology/ Coffs Harbour City Rotary Club has donated a small piece of equipment that will make a big difference to the Mid North Coast Cancer Institute (MNCCI)..... Fri, 10 Feb 17 13:46:00 +1100 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/taxable-payments-annual-report-due-28-august/ A reminder for those of you in the building and construction industry that paid contractors in 2015-16, your Taxable payments annual report is due 28 August 2016..... Fri, 26 Aug 16 10:47:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/tax-office-cracks-down-sharing-economy/ The ATO are starting to crack down on the $500 million sharing economy that allow hundreds of thousands of Australians to cash in on their spare rooms and parking spaces, lend their cars and drive people around town. Follow the attached 5 rules to ensure you declare every cent;.... Tue, 23 Aug 16 14:41:00 +1000 https://www.chpa.com.au/news/latest-news/australian-taxation-office-warning-everyone-be-lookout-scammers-experiment-new-techniques/ IT’S tax time, which means the scammers are out in force. The Australian Taxation Office is warning everyone to be on the lookout as scammers experiment with new techniques..... Tue, 19 Jul 16 01:49:00 +1000