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Claiming “working from home” expenses at tax time (2019-20)

Lately, we have been asked many questions relating to COVID-19 and how it will impact claimable deductions in the 2019-2020 Tax Year. The reality is that there are going to be some significant changes. Especially given many of you have incurred additional working from home expenses, that you wouldn’t typically experience in your normal working…

Updates to $10,000 Business Support Fund Criteria

Yesterday, the Victorian Government announced that they are going to be extending their $10,000 Business Support Fund. That way they can support even more Victorian businesses affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. They are now expanding the criteria to include businesses with a wages bill less than the payroll tax threshold of $650,000 who are participating…

Knox Taxation now partnered with Moula Pay

Now offering you extended payment terms with Moula Pay

According to research, 67% of Australian businesses believe extended payment terms are helpful for managing cash flow. At Knox Taxation, we’re all about helping our clients as much as we can during this difficult time. We’re also passionate about the importance of keeping your personal and business cash flow in good health. That is why…

JobKeeper Payment - Government Stimulus (1)-min

Enrolments for JobKeeper now OPEN!

We hope that you and your family are well and you are coping during these uncertain times. The Government and the ATO have just updated their process for applying for the JobKeeper payment. In this email we will update you on the changes, explain what you need to do to claim the payment and also…

JobKeeper Payment FAQ’s & What You Need to Do Right Now

Hi everyone, Hopefully you are well and getting through these crazy times with so much uncertainty. We’re doing our best to support you through this period, however, understandably, we are inundated with phone calls and emails with our businesses all wanting to know what they are entitled to, and what they need to do. We…

Coronavirus Update for Businesses (5)-min

Latest Coronavirus Update – The Impacts on Businesses & Individuals

It seems the whole world is talking about COVID-19, which given the latest updates is understandable. However, the constant bombardment of news and advice on social distancing, self-isolation, empty supermarket shelves and talk of business closures has left many of us feeling worried, stressed, overwhelmed and uncertain about what the future holds. This can have…

Coronavirus Update: Business Continuity Meetings for Businesses

With the latest Coronavirus update, there’s one key thing you need to focus on right now – keeping your business alive. But, it’s not all doom and gloom. There are some positives we can take out of this situation – especially looking ahead into the future. Withstanding these tough times can set a business up…

Coronavirus Tips for Businesses: Helping Your Business Cope

Hey guys, Given the latest updates, here are some Coronavirus tips to help your business cope during this difficult time. As a business owner, there may be some challenging times ahead including: Team members being absent from your workplace Product supply issues Demand for your services or products reducing over the short term A reduction…

Our Response to Coronavirus COVID-19

Given the latest updates relating to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we wanted to let you know that we are on the “front foot”. Therefore, we expect no interruptions to the services we provide at Knox Tax. We will continue to be here to support you, your families and your businesses throughout this potentially stressful, difficult and uncertain…

The Revised Work Safe Workplace Manslaughter Policy | Are You at Risk?

Today, we’re going to be touching on a more serious topic: Workplace Manslaughter Yep! It’s not the prettiest of topics, but it’s something all business owners should be aware of when running a business. Especially in the industry of trades, hospitality, etc. Given Parliament recently passed a bill relating to the Workplace Safety Legislation amendments…