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Ending Card Surcharges: What You Need to Know Before 1 October 2026

By WSC Group | Created on June 1, 2026

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has confirmed that all surcharges on credit and debit card payments — across eftpos, Mastercard and Visa — will be banned from 1 October 2026.

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SMSF Year End Reminder: What to Check Before 30 June

By WSC Group | Created on June 1, 2026

The end of the financial year is fast approaching. For SMSF members and trustees, a few timely checks now can avoid headaches later and help preserve valuable tax and contribution opportunities. Below is a checklist of the things members and trustees should consider before 30 June.

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Key 2026-27 Federal Budget Tax Reforms: What They Mean for You

By WSC Group | Created on June 1, 2026

The 2026–27 Federal Budget, released on 12 May 2026, has received more attention than most budgets in recent years.

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New ATO ‘Verify Call’ Feature: Instant Protection Against Phone Scams

By WSC Group | Created on May 15, 2026

As tax time approaches, so does the annual spike in scam calls pretending to be from the ATO.

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ATO Updates EV Home Charging Rate: What It Means for You

By WSC Group | Created on May 15, 2026

The ATO has announced a significant update that will affect anyone using electric vehicles (EVs) or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) for work or fleet purposes and where the vehicle is charged at the relevant individual’s home.

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Practical Help for Businesses Impacted by Fuel Disruptions

By WSC Group | Created on May 15, 2026

With global fuel supply chains still under strain from conflict in the Middle East, many Australian businesses are feeling the impact through higher operating costs, delayed deliveries and pressure on cash flow.

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Superannuation contribution caps to increase from 1 July 2026

By WSC Group | Created on May 15, 2026

Following the recent release of the December 2025 quarter average weekly ordinary times earnings (AWOTE) the annual concessional contribution (CC) cap will increase from $30,000 to $32,500 from 1 July 2026.

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Key Lessons from the Kilgour Case: Smarter Valuations in Business Sale Transactions

By WSC Group | Created on April 1, 2026

A recent Full Federal Court decision provides important guidance on how market value is determined for CGT purposes.

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What the New Division 296 Tax Means for Individuals with Large Super Balances

By WSC Group | Created on April 1, 2026

The Division 296 tax introduces additional tax on super balances above $3 million from 1 July 2026. Here's what it means and how it works.

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The ATO Targets FBT on Work Vehicles: Don’t Let Assumptions Cost You

By WSC Group | Created on April 1, 2026

The ATO is increasing scrutiny on work vehicle usage, making accurate reporting and record-keeping more important than ever.

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