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19/06/2026

For electrical businesses with employees, STP year-end finalisation is not just a button to click.

Before finalising, it is worth checking whether payroll categories and allowances are mapped correctly for STP reporting, especially if your team receives overtime, travel, site, meal or tool-related allowances.

Generally, employers need to complete STP finalisation by 14 July, so employees can access their finalised income information for tax time. Under STP Phase 2, some allowances may need to be reported separately depending on how they are paid and treated.

Before you finalise, review:

✅ Payroll category mapping
✅ Allowances that may need separate reporting
✅ Employee details
✅ Payroll reports against STP data

Payroll setup can vary depending on your software, employment arrangements and applicable award.

Need help with your STP year-end review? Speak with ACT Tax Group before finalising your payroll reporting.
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17/06/2026

Master Seasonal Payroll for Your Arborist Business with Expert Guidance!

Payroll compliance isn't straightforward, and it can feel overwhelming when you're juggling unpredictable seasonal workers, complex tax obligations, and tight deadlines.

With professional payroll guidance, you can handle casual worker obligations, manage superannuation requirements, and stay compliant with Single Touch Payroll reporting - all while focusing on growing your tree service business instead of wrestling with paperwork.

Ready to take the stress out of seasonal payroll? Contact Us to learn more:
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Learn how to manage payroll for seasonal and casual arborist workers. Schedule a complimentary consultation today.

16/06/2026

If you run an arborist business with staff, EOFY is a good time to review your payroll and super records.

Before the financial year closes, check:

✅ Employee details and pay rates
✅ Super fund information for eligible employees
✅ STP reporting and payroll totals
✅ Super payment timing
✅ Records for employees and contractors where relevant

For arborist businesses, payroll and super records can become more complex when you’re managing casual staff, overtime, allowances, subcontractors, job sites, and changing rosters.

A review now may help you identify gaps before finalising your records or reporting.

Need help checking your payroll and super records before EOFY? Speak with ACT Tax Group for practical guidance based on your business circumstances.
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Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.

15/06/2026

How does Fair Work compliance relate to electrical contracting profitability?

According to Fair Work Ombudsman data, electrical contractors face average penalties of $63,000 for payroll non-compliance.

Building payroll systems that handle complex award requirements does as much for your business sustainability as your profit margins.

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14/06/2026

June is a good time to check whether any Fringe Benefits Tax matters may need attention.

FBT may apply where an employer provides certain benefits to employees or their associates, such as:

Company cars that are available for private use
Car parking benefits
Entertainment or meals
Expense payments or reimbursements
Salary packaged arrangements
Other non-cash staff benefits

Not every business will have an FBT obligation. It depends on whether benefits were provided, how they were used, and whether any exemptions or concessions may apply.

A review may help identify what records are needed, whether any exemptions or concessions may be relevant, and whether any FBT amounts or reportable fringe benefits may need to be considered.

If your business provides cars or other staff benefits, ACT Tax Group can help you review your FBT position and prepare for lodgment based on your circumstances.
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12/06/2026

When you are managing arborist jobs, subcontractor payments can add up quickly.

Keeping clear records throughout the year may help you stay organised for BAS, year-end reporting, and general bookkeeping.

A few details worth keeping on file include:

✅ Contractor invoices or tax invoices
✅ Payment dates and amounts
✅ ABNs and business details
✅ Job or project references
✅ GST shown on invoices, where applicable
✅ Copies of payment receipts or bank records

Good records can also help support follow-up questions, especially when payments are spread across multiple jobs or busy seasons.

In many cases, business records need to be kept for five years, so having a clear system can make reporting less stressful when BAS or year-end time comes around.

This is general information only and does not cover worker classification. Your obligations may depend on your circumstances.

Speak with ACT Tax Group for professional accounting and tax advice tailored to your needs.
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Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.

10/06/2026

Plan, Build and Manage Your Year-End Tax Position with ACT Tax Group's Accounting Profit to Taxable Income Bridge!

Year-end tax planning isn't straightforward for arborist business owners, and it can be hard to know how your accounting profit translates to actual tax payable.

With ACT Tax Group's systematic bridge approach, you can confidently navigate from accounting profit to taxable income, understand your deductions, and plan ahead for tax obligations that'll keep your arborist business growing, no matter what changes the ATO introduces.

Ready to see how it works?Contact Us to learn more:
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Learn how arborists can bridge accounting profit to taxable income and plan year-end tax with confidence. Schedule a complimentary consultation today.

09/06/2026

For electricians, BAS prep can get messy when materials, small tools and personal spending all run through the books without clear notes.

Clear business records can make BAS preparation easier and reduce confusion when transactions need to be reviewed.

A few simple bookkeeping habits can help:

Keep job materials clearly labelled.
Make small tool purchases easy to identify.
Avoid mixing personal and business spending where possible.
Add notes while the purchase is still fresh.
Review unclear transactions before BAS time.

This is general bookkeeping guidance only. How a transaction is treated can depend on your circumstances and proper records.

Speak with ACT Tax Group for professional accounting and tax advice tailored to your needs.



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08/06/2026

Understand, Optimise and Maximise NFP Salary Packaging Benefits!

Working for charities and hospitals as an electrician can be rewarding, but it can be hard to know how salary packaging affects your payslip and take-home pay.

With professional salary packaging advice, you can navigate FBT exemptions, optimise your approved benefits, and unlock packaging opportunities that'll keep your taxable income lower and your net pay higher, no matter what changes the ATO introduces.

Ready to see how it works for your situation? Contact Us to learn more:
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Learn how NFP salary packaging changes your payslip, taxable income, and take home pay as an electrician. Schedule a complimentary consultation today.

07/06/2026

June quarter can sneak up quickly, especially when GST records are sitting across emails, receipts, supplier invoices, bank feeds, and payment platforms.

For businesses registered for GST, now is a good time to check that your supporting records are complete, organised, and easy to match before BAS preparation begins.

A simple pre-quarter-end check may include:

• Tax invoices for business purchases
• Sales records and GST amounts reported, where applicable
• Bank statements and payment records
• Receipts for cash or card expenses
• Records for any GST-free or input-taxed sales, where relevant
• Notes for unusual transactions that may need review
• Records that support GST credits claimed, where applicable

Getting these organised early can make BAS preparation smoother and may reduce the risk of missing details when deadlines get closer.

GST records generally need to be kept for 5 years, so it is worth checking that your documents are clear and accessible.

Speak with ACT Tax Group for professional accounting and tax advice tailored to your needs.📞 Call us: (02) 6190 7828
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Disclaimer: This post is for general guidance only. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, please consult ACT Tax Group’s qualified tax professionals.