The 2025-26 Australian Federal Budget was handed down by Federal Treasurer Dr Jim Chalmers on Tuesday 25 March 2025 from Parliament House in Canberra. Below are some of the Key Takeaways from the 2025-26 Federal Budget. Tax Concessions Modest Income…
This year marks a momentous occasion for Roy A McDonald Pty Ltd Accountants & Fiducian Financial Services Doncaster as the business celebrates 60 years of dedicated service to the local community and beyond. Since its founding in 1965, the company…
If you have an Industry Super Fund, chances are you’ve been trusting your money with a fund that promises low fees and reliable returns. Industry Super Funds have been the go-to choice for many Australians, largely due to their strong…
Cost of living pressures have increased, and Australians can’t be blamed for entering the new year with a little apprehension. While inflation appears to be ticking down and the pace of interest rate hikes has slowed, there’s still a lot…
As we navigate life’s financial milestones, many of us ask: “Would I be better off with a financial adviser?” The Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) recently launched its “Better Off with an Adviser” campaign, highlighting the benefits that sound financial…
Income protection insurance provides financial support if you're unable to work due to illness or injury, covering a portion of your lost income. It typically pays: Up to 90% of your pre-tax income for the first six months. Up to…
The global economy has continued to sustain solid growth and avoid recession despite the implementation since 2022 of tight monetary policy by most of the world’s major central banks in an effort to lower inflation. This year, inflation has been coming…
The Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT) in Victoria, Australia, is expanding from 1 January 2025 to include all vacant residential properties, even in regional areas and those owned by the government or state entities, excluding unimproved or vacant land. Below…
Income tax is an unavoidable part of earning money in Australia, and for most people, filing a tax return has become a routine annual task. Perhaps you’ve just landed your first job, recently finished school or university, or you’ve migrated…
The Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) have put together a Value of Advice index which measures the impact of financial planning on the lives of clients. View the full report here. Book a complimentary initial consultation to speak to…