From 1 October 2026, Australian businesses that accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express and eftpos card payments will no longer be able to charge customers a separate card surcharge. The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced changes allowing these card...
Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws are being expanded. These changes are often referred to as the “Tranche 2” AML/CTF reforms. From 1 July 2026, the rules will apply to certain services provided by accountants, lawyers, conveyancers, real...
With the 2025 Australian election approaching, both major parties have outlined different tax plans that could affect individuals and small business owners. Here’s a brief, overview of the key differences between Labor and the Liberal-National Coalition. Income Tax...
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) charges interest – called the General Interest Charge (GIC) and a Shortfall Interest Charge (SIC) when tax payments are late. Until now, GIC and SIC have been tax-deductible, meaning you could claim them as...
We are pleased to announce that Joe Zhao has been promoted to be a director of D W Johns & Co. This well-deserved promotion is a testament to Joe’s dedication and hard work over the years. Joe started at...
The South Australian Government has announced a number of grants to assist South Australians impacted by the Murray River flood. Assistance is mainly aimed at businesses and primary producers while there are also some grants available for individuals. Assistance...
