Wealth building
Build long-term wealth with strategies for investing, saving and managing your cash flow.
Updates and perspectives from our team
Latest Insight · GST
July 2026 Tax Alert: Essential Changes and Implications for Taxpayers
With several important tax and compliance changes on the horizon, now is the time for businesses to review their obligations and prepare for what's ahead. From proposed tax deductions for technology investments and work-related expenses to the introduction of Payday Super from 1 July 2026, the latest ATO updates ...
Accounting & Tax
How to Safeguard Family Relationships Amidst Business Growth
In Summary Business growth can strain family relationships when roles, communication, and expectations are not clearly defined from the outset. Formal ...
Financial Planning
Essential Tips and Tools for Navigating Maternity and Parental Leave
In Summary Preparing for maternity or parental leave means addressing finances, career planning, and documentation well before your leave begins, not just the ...
Australia
Australia’s Economic Future: What the Latest Data Reveals About Recession Risks
Talk of a recession in Australia has picked up in recent weeks. Rising fuel prices, a sharp fall in consumer confidence, and signs of softer spending have all ...
Tax
Understanding Fuel Tax Credits: A Comprehensive Guide for Businesses
Fuel tax credits provide you with a credit (in dollars) for the fuel tax (excise or customs duty) that's included in the price of fuel used in eligible ...
Superannuation
Comparing Super Balances: Where Do You Stand Among Your Age Group?
If you have ever checked your super balance and wondered whether you are “behind” for your age, you aren’t alone. To see where you truly sit, you should ignore ...
retirement
Unlocking Your Super: A Guide to Drawing on Savings as You Approach Retirement
Retiring well means making a series of decisions to ensure a financially secure post-work life. One practical step is to work out the income you need each week ...
Investing
The Iran War and Financial Markets: Strategies for Navigating Uncertainty
There’s a particular kind of unease that creeps in when market headlines start mixing geopolitics with talk of oil prices and recessions. That feeling has been ...
Age Care
Age Pension Increase: A Welcome Relief Amid Gradual Rise in Deeming Rates
The Federal Government increased the Age Pension from 20 March 2026, alongside a gradual rise in deeming rates. Advocacy group COTA Australia says the pension ...
ATO
Maximise Your Tax Savings: A Guide to Vehicle-Related Expenses Before 30 June
Vehicle-related expenses remain one of the most commonly claimed tax deductions for Aussies, and it’s an area where the Australian Tax Office (ATO) frequently ...
retirement
The Confident Guide to Downsizing: Tips for a Successful Move
Deciding on downsizing is a major life transition. It’s rarely just about moving into a smaller house; it can mean leaving behind a home layered with memories, ...
Australia
The Great Wealth Transfer: Key Insights on Inheritance and Its Impact on Australians
It’s impossible to overstate the impact that inheritance will have, with trillions of dollars being passed from one generation to the next. It’s going to ...
tax planning
Depreciation: Are You Claiming Everything You’re Entitled To?
As far as taxation goes, depreciation is and remains one of the most effective strategies for reducing taxable income. At Oracle Accounting & Tax Advisers, ...