Latest COVID-19 Grants, Loans & Financial Assistance
COVID-19 business grants comparison Use the Service NSW quick reference guide to compare the grants and work out which one suits your situation. 2022 Small Business Support Program If you’re a business, sole trader or not-for-profit organisation in NSW and you’ve been impacted by the Omicron wave of COVID-19, you may be eligible for a…
Read MoreAdviceCo $20,000 Community Grants Program
We have partnered with the Count Charitable Foundation (CCF) to launch a Community Grants Program in which charitable organisations are invited to apply for a $20,000 cash grant. AdviceCo and CCF will each contribute $10,000 to one charitable organisation before June 2021. Applications involve a brief 500-word proposal of what the applicant would do with…
Read MoreFederal Budget 2026 Breakdown: What every small business needs to know
Discover what’s changed, why it now impacts you and what actions to take The 2026 Federal Budget has delivered some of the most significant proposed tax reforms Australia has seen in decades. From changes to Capital Gains Tax and negative gearing through to new tax rules for discretionary trusts and small business, these proposed reforms…
Read MoreFederal Budget 2026-27: Key measures and what they mean for you
The 2026-27 Federal Budget introduces a broad range of tax and regulatory changes affecting individuals, investors, businesses and employers. Many measures commence over the next two to three years, and several require proactive planning. This article outlines the key announcements and their practical implications. Individuals and Families 1. Working Australians Tax Offset Start date: 1…
Read MorePayday Super: 6 things every small business needs to know before 1 July 2026
If you employ staff, one of the biggest changes to hit your business in years is coming on 1 July 2026. It’s called Payday Super, and it fundamentally changes how and when you pay superannuation. Under the current system, you have until 28 days after the end of each quarter to pay your employees’ super.…
Read MorePayday Super 2026: Is your payroll ready?
If you employ staff, one of the biggest changes to hit your business in years is coming on 1 July 2026. It’s called Payday Super, and it fundamentally changes how and when you pay superannuation. Instead of quarterly super contributions, employers will be required to make payments every pay cycle — and the fund must…
Read MoreDivision 296 Tax: Changes to super tax on high balances – What it means for you
The Government’s reforms to superannuation taxation (via the proposed Better Targeted Superannuation Concessions Bill) introduce a major shift in how investment earnings in super will be taxed for individuals with large balances. Key components (as at October 2025) include: In simple terms: for individuals with very large super balances, investment returns in their super will…
Read MoreSmall Business Workshop: Get the 7 Essential Factors for a Successful Business
Wednesday 18 February 2026 5:30pm – 7:00pm AdviceCo. Offices – 207 Albany Street North, Gosford Complimentary – valued at $250 per person Wednesday, 18 February 2025 5.30pm – 7.00pm AdviceCo. Offices – Albany Street North. Gosford Complimentary – valued at $250 per person Business Planning Workshop CompanyThis field is for validation…
Read MoreSelf-Managed Superannuation Seminar – New rules, new strategies. What do I do?
Wednesday 29 July 2026 5.30pm – 7.00pm AdviceCo. Offices – Albany Street North, Gosford Complimentary – valued at $250 per person Wednesday 29 July 2026 5.30pm – 7.00pm AdviceCo. Offices – Albany Street North, Gosford Complimentary – valued at $250 per person Register Now CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and…
Read MoreMarket Volatility – Recent Tariff Announcements and Market Impacts
As you may know, the Trump administration has recently implemented (and subsequently altered) tariffs targeting all countries, mainly China. These tariffs are part of the administration’s broader strategy to address trade imbalances, protect American industries, and encourage domestic manufacturing. While these measures aim to strengthen the U.S. economy, they have caused short-term volatility in financial…
Read MoreKey Highlights from the 2025-26 Australian Federal Budget
On March 25, 2025, Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivered the Australian Federal Budget for the 2025–26 financial year. This budget, presented on the eve of a federal election, seeks to balance fiscal responsibility with measures aimed at alleviating the cost of living for Australians. Fiscal Outlook The budget projects an underlying cash deficit of $27.6 billion…
Read MoreMarket Wrap – February 2025
Economic and Market Overview Global US Australia New Zealand Europe Asia Australian dollar Australian equities Global equities Property securities Fixed income and credit Market Watch Data Sheet Important information This material is for general information purposes only. It does not constitute investment or financial advice and does not take into account any specific investment objectives,…
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