LJR Accounting and Business Services - The Tax Shelter

09/10/2026

The Government has just overruled the ATO's position on Credit card ban as at 30 November 2026, whilst it's not here indefinitely it's no longer finishing in November

Whilst not condoning paying your BAS with a credit card, if you have the cash asset to back up the payment and doing this to collect credit card points, without fee's now might be a viable strategy.

*This post is not advice, we do not recommend financial services, should you have questions please contact your accountant

JUST IN. 🚨

30/09/2026

As of today you should no longer be charged credit card fees for any Eftpos or credit card purchase under the new Government rules

With this change in place, the ATO will be ceasing credit card payments on 30 November 2026.

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

06/09/2026

We hope you all had a great fathers day

If you have an appointment or are needing to drop into the office for drop off, signing or picking up documents this morning we have just found out the David Low Way/Kumbar Street entrance is being closed due to Shadforths crew doing work for the new development

Please see my creative map showing you how to access our office today and potentially tomorrow.

20/08/2026

It was never going to be forever, Maddi stepped in to help us over the busy part of tax season on the phones and reception, and today she steps into her calling serving one of our local churches in there kids ministries.

We've been blessed to have you as our director of first impressions and wish you all the best into the future.

Whilst it's a loss for us there's a greater cause being served

13/08/2026

If you're not expecting correspondence from the ATO or our office, please check the email address your correspondence is coming from and if you're still unsure call our office

Scams around tax season are extremely high, it's not a matter of if but a matter of when and how will you be targeted

Stay safe online

03/08/2026

📅 ATO Due Dates – August 2026

Stay on top of your obligations this month!

Make sure your business is compliant and avoid any late penalties. Check the full list of deadlines and speak with your accountant or bookkeeper if you're unsure.

Reach out to us today!
💬 Send us a DM
📧 Email - [email protected]
📞 Phone 07 54488933
✉ SMS 0498 984 829 (049 TXT 4 TAX)

23/07/2026

Please someone tell me it's Friday, Is it possible just to deduct tomorrow and call it Saturday eve

Did you know,

1. The Governments $1,000 minimum tax deduction isn't in place for the 2026 financial year, so don't get caught out over claiming

2. The ATO's data matching system and Austrac, monitor money moving around bank accounts, Crypto wallets, online transactions, when they say big brother is watching he is with improved technology

3. You can't just claim 5,000 km's no matter what your mate at the pub says, you still need to be able to justify what the claim is for, how you worked this out, and it isn't travelling from home to work.

4. You should start to notice your superannuation coming in more frequently with Pay day super, if you're not please ask your employer what they are doing with your retirement money

21/07/2026

📣 Hey, did you know?

Getting your tax return done has never been easier. You don't have to visit the office if it's not convenient, we offer appointments in a way that suits your schedule.

Choose from:
✔️ In-office appointments
✔️ Telephone appointments
✔️ Video call appointments
✔️ Online document upload and communication

Whether you're local, interstate, away on holidays, or simply prefer to stay home, we can help you get your tax return sorted.

📅 Book your appointment today and let us do the hard work!
💬 Send us a DM
📧 Email - [email protected]
📞 Phone 07 54488933
✉ SMS 0498 984 829 (049 TXT 4 TAX)

LJR Accounting and Business Services are here to work with you to achieve success, from personal to business to SMSF our team is equipped to help you formulate success

15/07/2026

🚨 Tax time is also scam season.

Every July, scammers increase their efforts by sending fake ATO texts and emails designed to steal your personal information or money.

Remember:
🔹 The ATO will never ask for your TFN, passwords or bank details via text or email.
🔹 Be cautious of urgent messages, unexpected refund offers, or links asking you to log in.

If something doesn't feel right:
✅ Don't click any links.
✅ Verify the message through the official ATO app or by calling the ATO directly.
✅ Or give us a call, we're happy to help you check whether it's genuine.

Taking a minute to verify could save you from becoming the next scam victim.

Contact us:
💬 Send us a DM
📧 Email - [email protected]
📞 Phone 07 54488933
✉ SMS 0498 984 829 (049 TXT 4 TAX)

13/07/2026

Lodging early ? - Are you prepared for an Audit

Employers have until today to finalise there STP, don't risk an audit by not having all your data accurate.

Ps the ATO has a lot of data already but many banks, dividends, ETF's etc are still to upload AVOID a definite Audit and don't lodge to early