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March edition of the Practice Update relating to ATO news and updates. Make sure you’re informed of any news that might affect you.

Find out who needs to register for the Short Stay Levy, reporting thresholds, key deadlines, and what information you’ll need to provide.

January/February edition of the Practice Update relating to ATO news and updates. Make sure you’re informed of any news that might affect you.

Check fuel tax credit rates for businesses from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026, including diesel, petrol, LPG, LNG and heavy vehicle rates.

Discover how Victorian businesses and non-residential sites can get discounts on 30 kW–200 kW solar PV systems under the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program — lower energy bills, cut emissions and boost sustainability

Plus 1 Group is offering IT advice & services for small-medium sized businesses at affordable rates. Get advice for expanding your IT in your business with a focus on security, safety and efficiency tailored to your business’ specific needs.

Stay compliant this festive season with our end-of-year workplace checklist. Covering annual leave rules, shutdown notices, public holidays in payroll, overtime obligations and updated Christmas casual hiring requirements.

Key SRO Victoria updates on vacant residential land tax, absentee owner surcharge notifications and November 2025 state tax changes, including key deadlines.

December edition of the Practice Update relating to ATO news and updates. Make sure you’re informed of any news that might affect you.

Stepping into a director role? Learn the six key duties you must meet under Australian law—governance, insolvency risks, ASIC filings and more.

From 1 July 2026, employers must pay super at the same time as wages. Learn how payday super works and what changes you’ll need to prepare for.

Landlords can claim up to $1,400 and an interest-free loan for installing solar on rental properties in Victoria. Learn who’s eligible and how to apply.

ATO audit activity is rising. Audit Shield covers professional fees for audits, enquiries and reviews—protecting you from unexpected costs and admin burden.

November edition of the Practice Update relating to ATO news and updates. Make sure you’re informed of any news that might affect you.

Learn how FMDs help Australian primary producers smooth income, reduce tax, and manage Centrelink. Eligibility, $800k cap (2025), 12-month rule, and a clear example.

Learn how farming families can use Centrelink’s Actual Means Test to adjust income for Youth Allowance eligibility. Understand eligibility thresholds, required documents, and how income averaging can help rural families.

Victoria’s free permit and freight network help drought-affected farmers import fodder safely from interstate while managing biosecurity risks. Quick 2-day processing, no fees, and clear entry rules.

Victoria’s $1.8M Kangaroo Control Rebate Program offers up to $1,350 in rebates for drought-affected farmers to manage kangaroo populations under ATCW permits, supporting fodder security and farm sustainability.