Welcome to the Autumn 2009 edition of Thumbprint, the quarterly newsletter from William Buck (NSW). Each quarter we aim to bring you the very latest news affecting small to medium enterprises in Australia.

2009 Federal Budget Report

Our special edtion of TAXWatch outlines many of the key changes from Treasurer Swan's Federal Budget Announcement last month. To download a copy of...Read more

Cash Flow Relief for Small Businesses

In recognition of the financial hardship suffered due to the global financial crisis the Federal Government will provide some much needed cash-flow...Read more

The Low-down on Logbooks

Where you use a motor vehicle for business purposes you may wish to consider the need to keep a logbook to support your business usage. This can a...Read more

Contact us

For more information on any of the issues highlighted in this newsletter please contact your William Buck Advisor at: info@williambucknsw.com.au ...Read more

Year End Tax Planning

As we approach the end of the financial year most taxpayers start thinking about strategies to minimise their tax liability. While tax planning should be part of a year round strategy, there are a number of specific issues that should be considered prior to the end of the financial year which may...Read more

Worth the Sacrifice?

Over the past few years changes to the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) system and the marginal tax rates applying to individuals have resulted in significant changes to the benefits and administration associated with salary packaging. This creates the question, should salary packaging still be offered ...Read more

Superannuation - Understanding Contributions Caps

Following the introduction of new superannuation fund contribution caps in July 2007, it has never been more important to monitor the contributions made to your superannuation fund each year. Exceeding the contribution caps could result in high unexpected penalty taxes regardless of whether the ...Read more

Disclaimer

The material in this newsletter is for the benefit and information of clients. The items are in the nature of general comments only, and are not to be used, relied or acted upon without seeking further professional advice. William Buck accepts no liability for errors or omissions, or for any loss or damage suffered as a result of any person acting without such advice. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation other than for acts or omissions of financial services licencees.