The Federal Government’s 2026–27 Budget introduced some of the most significant changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax (CGT) seen in decades. For property… from Negative gearing: What has changed? Residential property investments
From 1 October 2026, Australian businesses will no longer be able to apply surcharges to payments made via Eftpos, Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The… from The end of credit card payment surcharges: What businesses need to know
What has changed As part of Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML / CTF) requirements, West Carr & Harvey may be required to complete… from West Carr & Harvey clients and Australia’s new anti-money laundering requirements
We are aware of an increase in official‑looking notices being sent to Australian businesses that reference ASIC‑related obligations. These notices are not issued by ASIC,… from Non-ASIC notices being sent to businesses
The key considerations for businesses as a result of the 2026-2027 Federal Budget announcement are as follows: Taxation of trusts The Government has announced that,… from Federal Budget announcement 2026-2027 – updates for businesses
The key considerations for individuals as a result of the 2026-2027 Federal Budget announcement are as follows: Income tax offset The Budget announces a new… from Federal Budget announcement 2026–2027 updates for individuals
Support for farming supply chains The Federal Government has announced an Economic Resilience Program, which will provide $1 billion in interest‑free loans to businesses in… from Support for farming supply chains
The Federal Government is introducing new Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing legislation this year. The AML/CTF regime will come into effect on 1July 2026. This… from Anti money laundering reforms
The Victorian Government has established a farm drought support grants program. This program aims to assist primary production businesses to implement on-farm infrastructure to improve… from Farm drought support grants
As of 19 May 2025, West Carr & Harvey moved from MYOB to Xero as its primary accounting and tax online software. Why was this… from West Carr Harvey has moved to Xero
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