by Ben Spiers
The current JobKeeper scheme runs until 27th September 2020, however the Government has extended the JobKeeper payments by a further 6 months, to March 2021, providing additional support for businesses that continue to be impacted by COVID-19.
Whilst many businesses have been able to redesign the delivery of their product or service to their clients, many are still struggling. So, what does this mean for you as an employee or an employer?
As the new financial year is about to begin, our minds here at Lee Green turn to tax! Though it may be some time before you have all of the information needed for the preparation of your individual tax return, we have provided below our handy Individual Tax Return Checklist to help you along the way. You can also download the checklist here.
Once you have compiled all of the information required, please get in touch with us to make an appointment.
The federal government financial stimulus packages in response to COVID-19 have received a lot of publicity (you can see our summary of the 22nd March update here) but state and territory governments have also released their own plans for economic assistance. Clients may be entitled to further economic support so please see below for a summary of the key points of these packages and check the links attached for further information. In addition, your local council may be offering their own assistance package so be sure to check their websites or contact our office at reception@leegreen.com.au to discuss your individual circumstances.
by Ben Spiers
The current Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is creating an economic situation that is unprecedented. Businesses and individuals across the country will be significantly impacted by this for many months to come. The government has now released the second stage of its economic response to the Coronavirus, please see the below summary of the updated package.
At Lee Green we are committed to working with you to support you through this difficult time. Our services will continue, and our staff will be available to provide advice and guidance and answer any questions you may have around the economic assistance packages and any other matters. We are available and contactable by email and social media channels.
by David Charlesworth
The 36th Annual Global Conference for Russell Bedford International was held in Sydney over the 23rd to 27th Oct 2019. The hosts were the Sydney firm of Camphin Boston. There were some 79 representatives from across the world attending and with them came 35 non delegates supporting their partners attending. This made for a broad spectrum of personalities to mix amongst. There were firms there that had been members of RBI for as long as we have been in business. It’s wonderful to know that we have all that international expertise and support at our fingertips.
by Yvette Goss
Lee Green Accountant and Superannuation Specialist Yvette takes us through some of the recent changes to superannuation, the importance of lodging your superannuation fund annual return on time and what to be aware of when claiming a tax deduction for personal super contributions.
Mike Levy represented Lee Green at the 2019 Reconciliation Conference held in Perth. This was the second annual conference held by Reconciliation Australia following a successful inaugural conference held at the Richmond Football Club in Melbourne in December 2018.
Russell Bedford scoops top honours at prestigious International Accountancy Awards
Global accounting network, Russell Bedford International was awarded the title of ‘Network of the Year’ at the 2019 International Accounting Bulletin Awards ceremony which took place at the iconic Waldorf Hilton in London on Thursday, 3 October.
Additionally, the network’s CEO, Stephen Hamlet took the individual award for ‘Personality of the Year’, gaining recognition for his leadership and contribution to the profession.
By Ben Spiers, Associate Director
The Russell Bedford 2019 Asia Pacific Annual Conference (APAC) was held in Chennai, India on 11th & 12th July. Hosted by Indian firm Sharp and Tannan, the Conference was attended by over 30 delegates from 12 countries, including Tom Green and Ben Spiers from Lee Green. This was Lee Green’s second attendance at the APAC and provided a great opportunity to further build on relationships forged from the prior year as well as meet new delegates from first time attendees/firms.
