Australian FBT – Entertainment removal
Without the $44.6 billion spent by international tourists in Australia each year, the Australian Government is compelled to incentivise domestic business spending during the economic recovery. According to the Australian Government, the Hospitality and Tourism...
Changes to JobKeeper and JobSeeker payments
Changes to JobSeeker and Jobkeeper payments will come into effect form 25 and 28 September, respectively. Since March, JobSeeker payments have been effectively doubled to $1,100 a fortnight by a coronavirus supplement. From today, the supplement will fall to $250...
Congratulations to Australia’s best designed cafes!
The 2020 Eat Drink Design Awards shortlist has been announced, revealing the most exceptionally designed hospitality venues across Australia and New Zealand. The Best Café Design shortlist includes: The Garden Room – Maytree Studios – Brisbane City, Queensland Will...
Businesses doing it tough through COVID-19 reminded of tax options
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has reminded businesses doing it tough as a result of COVID-19 that they have a range of options including claiming a deduction for losses. ATO Assistant Commissioner Andrew Watson said “We know some small business owners are...