Your Business

Director ID. Here's how to apply!

Yep, the date to make sure you apply for your Director's ID is coming in hot! If you're looking for a guide on how to apply, look no further, we've got you covered.

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Your Local Accountant

Xero

Xerocon. Part Two!

Part one was all about the speakers, this time, it's all about the tech! Check out the tech that peaked our teams interest at Xerocon.

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Your Local Accountant

Xero

Xerocon. Part One!

We hit up Xerocon a few weeks ago, so here's what we learned from some of the keynote speakers at the conference!

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Your Local Accountant

Tax

Crypto & Tax....what do I do!

Wondering what to do with your Crypto when it comes to tax time? In short, declare it!

Shane Scott

Head of Process Technology

Your Business

Profit Metrics That Matter

Profit is great...but are you calculating it properly to get the most out of your business? Here are a few metrics that may help you discover more when it comes to your profit.

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Your Local Accountant

Xero

STP Finalisation Time!

That's right, as Europe once sang...it's the final countdown! We can neither confirm nor deny if they were singing about the countdown to submitting your STP by July 14 though...

Personal Finances

EOFY 2022

If this year has gone by in the blink of an eye, we’ve got you covered for all things end of financial year.

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10 Years of Illumin8

We're celebrating 10 Years Of Illumin8! Here are a few thoughts from our team, and some kind messages from our industry and clients.

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Your Local Accountant

Your Business

2022 Illumin8 Budget Recap

In the 9th edition of this government's budget, will they break out any new tunes or stick to playing the hits?

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Your Local Accountant

Tax

Tax Planning - Let's get Fiscal

It's tax planning season - and personally, my favourite time of year (I'm weird like that). So, what do you need to think about when it comes to tax savings in the lead up to 30 June?

Amanda Oppel

Accountant

Xero

How to pay people using Xero

So you have just taken on your first employee (congrats!) and now you have to pay them! Here's how...

Shane Scott

Head of Process Technology

Covid

2022 COVID Support Packages

New year, new support for small businesses. Updated as info comes to hand.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

At Illumin8

Are you running this year?

2022 is upon us - what a time to be alive!

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

At Illumin8

Farewell Mav

Excitement and fear - The two contradicting but so often coupled emotions that come with a significant change. That was me 19 months ago.

Your Business

Australian director ID is HERE!

The Australian director ID is HERE! If you want to become a director or are already one, you'll need a director ID.

Superannuation

Stapled Super Funds for Employees

Coming soon from the ATO, a plan to help reduce superannuation account fees.

Kate Stathis

Head of Bookkeeping

Covid

Rent Relief Scheme for Business Owners

We could all use a little relief, but it's a little (lot) more complicated this time around.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Covid

Latest Government COVID Support - Victoria

An ever-updating list of what's available for Victorian Business.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

At Illumin8

M8's Rates from Illumin8

We're here to look after our M8's

Andrew Van De Beek

Founder & Head of Purpose

At Illumin8

Budget 2021-22 Recap!

So what were the real takeaways from last night, and are any going to have a real impact on you? Let's dive into it...

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Your Business

Got a business car? It's FBT time!

As the end of the Fringe Benefits Tax year draws near, 31 March, there are a few things you need to know if you use a motor vehicle in your business.

Shane Scott

Head of Process Technology

Covid

Fair Work Australia - Employer Lockdown Responsibilities

What are your employer obligations to employees during a lockdown scenario?

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

At Illumin8

I started a job in a pandemic!

Starting a new job in a pandemic? It doesn't have to be an awful experience.

Keira Patman

Accountant

Covid

JobMaker - Are we Keeping, Seeking or Making?

Meet me on the other side (of JobKeeper)

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

Your Business

Digital Adaptation - To adapt or not? UPDATED AGAIN!

A few changes to the existing Victorian Small Business Digital Adaption Program (Rebate), making it easier to apply than before.

Jason Williams

Business Sherpa

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