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Major Capital Gains Tax Changes from 1 July 2027: What You Need to Know
The Government’s significant changes to Australia’s capital gains tax rules have now become law. From 1 July 2027, the existing 50% capital gains tax discount will generally be replaced with an inflation-based indexation system for individuals, trusts and partnerships. A new minimum tax rate of 30% will also apply to certain capital gains made by individuals. These changes may significantly affect the tax payable when selling investment properties, shares, businesses and othe
Josh Tilley
Jul 28
Do not be fooled by “no receipts required” tax deductions
With the ATO continuing to focus heavily on work-related deductions, one of the most common issues that arises in reviews and audits is not whether an expense was potentially deductible, but whether the taxpayer can prove it. If you cannot demonstrate what you spent and why it relates to earning your income, the ATO may deny the claim, even where a concession applies. The starting point: the taxpayer must prove the deduction For most deductions, the burden of proof sits wit
Josh Tilley
Feb 2
Student loan debts: what you need to know about the latest changes
If you are one of the more than three million Australians with a student loan, there is some welcome news. The Government has introduced a significant one-off reduction to student loan balances, along with changes to how compulsory repayments are calculated. For many people, these updates could reduce their overall debt and lower their annual repayments going forward. The 20% debt reduction: how it works A 20% reduction to eligible student loan balances is now being applied
Josh Tilley
Feb 2
Navigating the Shift: Understanding the New Division 296 Super Tax
The landscape for high-balance superannuation in Australia has shifted significantly. Following intense industry consultation and a major redesign in late 2025, the government has released the draft Treasury Laws Amendment (Better Targeted Superannuation Concessions) Bill 2025 . For individuals with substantial super balances, the "new" Division 296 is a different beast than what was first whispered about in 2023. Here is a breakdown of the evolution of this tax and what you
David Tilley
Feb 2
Accessing Super After 60: What You Need To Know About Taking Lump Sums
For many Australians, turning 60 marks a major shift in how superannuation can be accessed. Once you have met a condition of release, you can withdraw lump sums from your super at any time, and for most people those withdrawals will be completely tax-free. This can be a valuable tool when managing debts, funding major expenses, assisting family members, or implementing strategies such as recontributions. Before drawing on your retirement savings, it is important to understand
David Tilley
Nov 26, 2025
Update: Government Retreats on Superannuation “Div 296” Tax Proposal
Two years ago, Treasurer Jim Chalmers released what quickly became one of the most contentious superannuation proposals in recent memory: a new tax on members with super balances above $3 million. The major concern was the mechanism. The original proposal sought to tax unrealised gains, meaning individuals could have been taxed on increases in asset values that had not been sold and may never be realised. Compounding this issue, the $3 million threshold was not indexed, ensu
Josh Tilley
Nov 26, 2025
Attention Employers: Payday Super Begins 1 July 2026
The Government has passed legislation introducing Payday Super , a significant reform that will change how employers meet their superannuation guarantee (SG) obligations. From 1 July 2026 , employers must pay super within seven business days of each payday , instead of quarterly. The aim is to close the estimated $5 billion SG gap and ensure employees receive their entitlements on time. While well intentioned, the Government once again appears not to have considered the prac
Josh Tilley
Nov 26, 2025
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