[ { "post_id": "262", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Director IDs: New ASIC Requirement from 1 July 2027", "post_content_short": "From 1 July 2027, ASIC will introduce an important change for companies and their directors. When updating certain company details with\nASIC, Director IDs will need to be provided.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/262\/d2c683f6-f31d-4886-9372-42e0d91db1f6.png", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/director-ids-new-asic-requirement-from-1-july-2027\/", "post_date": "2026-08-19 00:13:04" }, { "post_id": "261", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Get ready for surcharge removal", "post_content_short": "From 1 October 2026, businesses will no longer be able to apply a surcharge to debit, prepaid and credit card payments on designated eftpos,\nMastercard and Visa networks.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/261\/2lsia9kOSsSpYBP5GJ9zvc-person-holding-credit-card-swipe-machine-JJg90OAnWI.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/get-ready-for-surcharge-removal\/", "post_date": "2026-08-19 00:07:23" }, { "post_id": "260", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "5 common accounting mistakes (and how to avoid them)", "post_content_short": "Are you making any of these accounting mistakes? We’ve outlined the top 5 accounting pitfalls that small business owners trip over, so you don’t have to make the same mistakes.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/260\/1MOvHPro21lhqwlkieeHPt-pexels-n-voitkevich-6863260.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/5-common-accounting-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them\/", "post_date": "2026-08-19 00:03:31" }, { "post_id": "259", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Key Tax, Super, and ASIC Changes Taking Effect on 1 July 2026", "post_content_short": "The new financial year brings major tax and regulatory changes effective 1 July 2026<\/strong>, affecting personal income tax,\n\t deductions, superannuation, and company fees. Here are a few key changes.\n", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/259\/glen-carrie-D3H_S3kKLRc-unsplash.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/key-tax-super-and-asic-changes-taking-effect-on-1-july-2026\/", "post_date": "2026-06-29 01:34:45" }, { "post_id": "258", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Federal Budget 2026-27 Spotlight – Negative Gearing", "post_content_short": "Alongside changes to the CGT rules, the Federal Budget announced that the availability of negative gearing would be curbed for residential\nproperty investors. Properties purchased from 1 July 2027 will be subject to the new rules.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/258\/5P9tUsKFISBqyotlyQacOk-a-for-rent-sign-in-front-of-a-building-6JRkyw9UyHM.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/federal-budget-2026-27-spotlight-negative-gearing\/", "post_date": "2026-06-29 01:29:30" }, { "post_id": "257", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Why your Aussie small business needs access to working capital", "post_content_short": "Do you know your working capital position? We explain what working capital is, why it’s important and how you can access additional capital to grow your business. ", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/257\/5PdvaQceNGm52woxSBYV1L-trans-russia-4nfPgBofTs4-unsplash__1_.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/why-your-aussie-small-business-needs-access-to-working-capital\/", "post_date": "2026-06-29 01:23:06" }, { "post_id": "256", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Federal Budget 2026-27 Spotlight - Capital Gains Tax Reform", "post_content_short": "From 1\/7\/27 the 50% CGT discount will be replaced by cost base indexation for assets held for more than 12 months, with a 30% minimum tax to\napply on net capital gains. Assets acquired pre 20 September 1985, currently exempt from CGT, are also affected.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/256\/6HSKtkXQ1BL1DjTEa4HjqK-a-neon-sign-that-says-sell-in-a-store-window-ru2bhVaAcw8.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/federal-budget-2026-27-spotlight-capital-gains-tax-reform\/", "post_date": "2026-05-20 03:36:15" }, { "post_id": "255", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "5 ways to improve your cyber security", "post_content_short": "When was the last time you reviewed your cybersecurity precautions? We’ve highlighted five important ways to protect your company and\ncustomer data from malicious attacks.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/255\/gJb5b07YZM4HUBuvVxmKo-red-padlock-on-black-computer-keyboard-mT7lXZPjk7U.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/5-ways-to-improve-your-cyber-security\/", "post_date": "2026-05-20 03:32:39" }, { "post_id": "254", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Basic strategic advice: why your business needs an evolving strategy", "post_content_short": "When was the last time you reviewed your business strategy? Here are 5 reasons to make your strategy more fluid, flexible and agile – and\nthe business benefits this offers in uncertain times.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/254\/52wBDAOnQCQ5fJlIMr0Y3g-centre-for-ageing-better-K8uzzu6wBKc-unsplash.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/basic-strategic-advice-why-your-business-needs-an-evolving-strategy\/", "post_date": "2026-05-20 03:29:09" }, { "post_id": "253", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "New ATO App Feature: Verify ATO Phone Calls and Avoid Scams", "post_content_short": "Verify genuine ATO phone calls in real time and avoid scams with the new ATO app call verification feature. Learn how to set it up and\nprotect your tax information today.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/253\/vitaly-gariev-uxtt10wTK2U-unsplash.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/new-ato-app-feature-verify-ato-phone-calls-and-avoid-scams\/", "post_date": "2026-04-27 01:57:58" }, { "post_id": "252", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Super Changes Ahead: Introducing “Qualifying Earnings”", "post_content_short": "Learn about the ATO's new "Qualifying Earnings" (QE) calculation for superannuation from 1 July. Discover how QE replaces\nOTE, the 12% rate, and how to prepare for Payday Super reporting.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/252\/towfiqu-barbhuiya-JhevWHCbVyw-unsplash.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/super-changes-ahead-introducing-qualifying-earnings\/", "post_date": "2026-04-27 01:52:42" }, { "post_id": "251", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Important Reminder for Employers: Download Your SBSCH Records Before 30 June", "post_content_short": "\n\t\n\t\t<\/tr>\n<\/table>", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/251\/eric-rothermel-FoKO4DpXamQ-unsplash.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/important-reminder-for-employers-download-your-sbsch-records-before-30-june\/", "post_date": "2026-04-27 01:47:25" }, { "post_id": "250", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Prepare for Payday Super: Key Readiness Steps for Employers", "post_content_short": "From 1 July 2026 Payday Super will be mandatory. Instead of quarterly super payments to employees’ funds, contributions will need to be paid\nat almost the same time as salary and wages. Read on for full details on what's required and what is changing.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/250\/27bADrJbKbtMxr1cshHHNg-a-man-sitting-in-front-of-a-laptop-computer-TRNRxPvnF_g.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/prepare-for-payday-super-key-readiness-steps-for-employers\/", "post_date": "2026-03-30 02:57:00" }, { "post_id": "249", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Setting goals for you and your business for the new financial year", "post_content_short": "If you are reflecting on where you are at and thinking about your business goals for the financial year ahead, we can help you establish measurable goals for your business. ", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/249\/q9GstSE0HsZ5q0aI9RC96-s-o-c-i-a-l-c-u-t-6iYb1BWWbV0-unsplash.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/setting-goals-for-you-and-your-business-for-the-new-financial-year\/", "post_date": "2026-03-24 01:17:32" }, { "post_id": "248", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Could junior rates of pay be abolished?", "post_content_short": "The SDA is pushing for the abolition of junior rates for younger workers. We’ve outlined the details of the campaign and the potential impact on your wage costs. ", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/248\/sep8ACS3OGTvZsBbFDTTl-a-woman-working-on-a-machine-in-a-coffee-shop-aAeL2NABO7g.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/could-junior-rates-of-pay-be-abolished\/", "post_date": "2026-03-24 01:15:21" }, { "post_id": "247", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Planning for all eventualities: the benefits of scenario planning", "post_content_short": "As the owner of a fast-moving business, would a crystal ball be helpful? Scenario planning is a key way to understand the future of your business. We outline the major benefits. ", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/247\/5yWJrTPz6JQZwYRzZAxgJk-a-group-of-people-sitting-around-a-table-omGSZqBXkqY.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/planning-for-all-eventualities-the-benefits-of-scenario-planning\/", "post_date": "2026-03-24 01:13:19" }, { "post_id": "246", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Payday super: what could it mean for your small business?", "post_content_short": "Payday super is due to begin in July 2026. Is your payroll process ready? We’ve outlined the key requirements and how payday super could impact your small business. ", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/246\/30b2gB8luDoCkKTNdrtSL2-silhouette-of-two-person-sitting-on-chair-near-tree-M9jrKDXOQoU.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/payday-super-what-could-it-mean-for-your-small-business\/", "post_date": "2026-02-24 00:17:43" }, { "post_id": "245", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "How to find government grants and support", "post_content_short": "Government grants and incentives are a great way to boost your capital. We’ve highlighted four areas of financial support that your business may be eligible to claim. ", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/245\/3F4ROeLPWx5gXGqXBumMco-a-man-and-a-woman-sitting-at-a-table-with-laptops-hIDPxpnVM-s.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/how-to-find-government-grants-and-support\/", "post_date": "2026-02-24 00:10:24" }, { "post_id": "244", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "What are trade tariffs and how can they affect your business?", "post_content_short": "We’ve heard a lot about trade tariffs in the news. But what is a trade tariff and how could these customs taxes impact your small\nbusiness? ", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/244\/pu4pNsNyaukMgPa2nA14i-blue-red-and-yellow-intermodal-containers-bukjsECgmeU.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/what-are-trade-tariffs-and-how-can-they-affect-your-business\/", "post_date": "2026-02-24 00:07:46" }, { "post_id": "243", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Getting late payments under control", "post_content_short": "63% of Australian businesses say they are losing money to late payments. Here’s what you can do to get your late payment issues under control. ", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/243\/6w8NkKfOpZy5DdUrispbeK-person-holding-calendar-at-january-BRBjShcA8D4.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/getting-late-payments-under-control\/", "post_date": "2026-01-19 05:02:16" }, { "post_id": "242", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Reducing the uncertainty: how to diversify your business", "post_content_short": "Looking to shake up your current business strategy? We share five ideas for diversifying your business strategy and improving the stability and profitability of your business this year. ", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/242\/lVJprhCxItXXEwHPgJPh4-person-holding-white-and-blue-click-pen.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/reducing-the-uncertainty-how-to-diversify-your-business\/", "post_date": "2026-01-19 04:39:10" }, { "post_id": "241", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Why flexible working is the new normal", "post_content_short": "54% of employees prefer a combination of in-office and remote work. So, are you making moves to switch to flexible working? We explain why\nhybrid working is the way forward.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/241\/OrzJdJappaVo7b6J8z5LD-a-man-sitting-on-a-train-looking-at-his-laptop-RPIORaqTidU.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/why-flexible-working-is-the-new-normal\/", "post_date": "2026-01-19 04:35:48" }, { "post_id": "240", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "5 tips for controlling your cashflow", "post_content_short": "Cashflow keeping you awake at night? We share 5 tips to control your cashflow and achieve a positive cash position.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/240\/V3f0y4WlANkZKCnPysUKK-woman-standing-and-holding-smartphones-c2a0TydMlAs.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/5-tips-for-controlling-your-cashflow\/", "post_date": "2026-01-19 04:29:49" }, { "post_id": "239", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "5 challenges for small business - and how to beat them!", "post_content_short": "Want to know how to beat the most common business challenges? We’ve highlighted five common challenges and the simple ways to overcome\nthem. ", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/239\/6T2nccVZvTwU6OhFQD6pvA-man-raising-right-hand-fYTfOzaRVWw.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/5-challenges-for-small-business-and-how-to-beat-them\/", "post_date": "2025-11-27 23:31:47" }, { "post_id": "236", "post_category_id": "1", "post_title": "Training vs Trial & Error: Why Teaching Staff to Use Software Properly Pays Off", "post_content_short": "Trial and error might feel easier, but proper training gives you clean data, confident staff, and the ability to actually use your\nsoftware to grow your business. What you can measure, you can control - and what you control, you can change.", "post_icon": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/236\/2J9H2zRK517JR6c8UTiR3F-a-person-writing-on-a-whiteboard-cPyO3GEYjZ4.jpg", "post_content_type": "page", "post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.stmaccounting.com.au\/stm-blog\/stm-blog\/training-vs-trial-and-error-why-teaching-staff-to-use-software-properly-pays-off\/", "post_date": "2025-11-16 22:26:58" } ]
\n\t\t\tIf you currently use the ATO’s Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH)<\/strong> to process superannuation payments, an\n\t\t\timportant deadline is approaching.\n\t\t<\/td>\n\t<\/tr>\n\t