BHC Partners

14/10/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Kim on celebrating 14 years with BHC Partners!

Fourteen years is an incredible milestone, and we’re so grateful for everything Kim has contributed to BHC over the years. Her knowledge, dedication and support have made her such an important part of our team.

Thank you, Kim, for all that you do. Here’s to another year and many more milestones to come! 🥳

12/10/2026

ATO delays planned credit card payment ban

Further to our recent post, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has now delayed its planned ban on credit card payments for tax obligations. What this means is that they will still accept credit card payments until 30 June 2027 now rather than their original plan of stopping accepting credit cards after 30 November 2026.

While the planned ban has been delayed, credit card payments are not guaranteed to remain available indefinitely. For more information about the changes, please see the ATO's information below. Alternatively, visit the ATO website and search QC108165.

The ATO will continue accepting credit card payments for tax obligations until 30 June 2027.

10/10/2026

🥳 Happy Birthday to Kim!

As our Tax Manager working across both our Parkside and Woodside offices, Kim plays such an important role in our team. We’re so grateful for all the knowledge, support and experience she brings to BHC.

We hope you have a wonderful birthday, Kim! 🎂🎉

09/10/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Lane on celebrating 4 years with BHC Partners!

Over the past four years, Lane has been such a valued part of our team, bringing her open, friendly nature and can-do attitude to everything she does.

It’s wonderful to celebrate this milestone with you, Lane. Thank you for being such a great part of the BHC team! 🥳

09/10/2026

ATO to Stop Accepting Credit Cards After 30 November 2026

From 1 December 2026, the Australian Taxation Office will no longer accept credit cards as a payment method for tax payments.

The change follows the Reserve Bank of Australia’s review of merchant card payment costs. The ATO has advised that, as a government agency, it does not consider it appropriate for credit card merchant fees to be transferred to the community.

While most taxpayers do not use credit cards to pay their tax obligations, the ATO recognises that some taxpayers currently rely on credit card payments to manage their tax payments.

If you currently have an ATO payment plan linked to a credit card, you will need to update your payment method before your next instalment due after 30 November 2026. The ATO is contacting taxpayers who have payment plans linked to credit cards with information about the changes and what they need to do.

Alternative payment options will continue to be available, and the ATO has confirmed that support will remain available for taxpayers experiencing financial hardship or other circumstances that make it difficult to meet their tax obligations.

This decision is currently under review following feedback received. We will continue to monitor developments and share any updates as they become available.

For more information about the changes and available payment options, please see the ATO's article here: https://www.ato.gov.au/media-centre/ato-to-stop-accepting-credit-cards-after-30-november-2026. Alternatively, go to ato.gov.au and search QC108119.

Alternative payment options for taxpayers are outlined at ato.gov.au/howtopay.

03/10/2026

Today we’re celebrating a fantastic milestone as Margaret marks 10 years with BHC Partners!

As our valued Superannuation Accountant at Woodside, Margaret has been an important part of our team for the past decade. Thank you, Margaret, for your continued dedication and all that you do for BHC Partners.

Congratulations on 10 years! 🥂

03/10/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Carolyn!

Wishing a very happy birthday to Carolyn, our wonderful Woodside Office Manager! We’re so grateful for everything that you do for our team and clients and the care and dedication you bring to the office each day.

We hope you have a fantastic day, Carolyn! 🥳

28/09/2026

📅 Tax return lodgement reminder

With October approaching, now is a good time to make sure your tax affairs are up to date and that you’re aware of any upcoming lodgement deadlines.

For some taxpayers, 31 October 2026 is an important deadline. This may apply to those who lodge their own returns, as well as those with an outstanding 2025 tax return.

If you’re a client of BHC Partners, your lodgement date may be later, with many of our clients having due dates in March 2027 and May 2027. This gives you some extra time to get everything organised, but it’s still a good idea to make sure your tax affairs are up to date.

If you’re unsure of your lodgement date or have an outstanding tax return, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

15/09/2026

Happy Birthday to our wonderful Director, Jenni! 🎉🥳
We’re so lucky to have your guidance, enthusiasm and unwavering commitment across both our Parkside and Woodside offices. We hope you have a fantastic day and get thoroughly spoiled - you deserve it! 💐🎂

07/09/2026

Happy Birthday to Tracy! 🎊
One of our many talented accountants working from the Parkside office, Tracy brings her expertise, attention to detail, calm nature and friendly personality to the team.
Wishing you a wonderful birthday, Tracy! We hope your day is filled with plenty of celebrations and lots of yummy treats! 🍭🍫🎂