by epoch | Jun 2, 2026 | eNews
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has confirmed that all surcharges on credit and debit card payments — across EFTPOS, Mastercard and Visa — will be banned from 1 October 2026. This represents one of the most significant updates to Australia’s payments...
by epoch | May 13, 2026 | eNews
On Tuesday, 12 May 2026, the Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the 2026-27 Federal Budget, framing some of the more significant announcements as part of a broader plan to help young Australians access the property market. While acknowledging that the key to housing...
by epoch | May 13, 2026 | eNews
A new tax offset Start date: 1 July 2027 The Government will provide a $250 ‘Working Australians Tax Offset’ from the 2027–28 income year. The offset will be a permanent feature of the tax system and is aimed at taxpayers who derive income from work, such as...
by epoch | May 13, 2026 | eNews
Limits on negative gearing Start date: 1 July 2027 The term ‘negative gearing’ refers to the situation where a rental property owner claims deductions for expenses associated with holding the property that exceed the rental income that is received in the relevant...
by epoch | May 13, 2026 | eNews
Instant asset write-off Start date: 1 July 2026 The Government has announced that the cost threshold for the purpose of applying the instant asset write-off for small business entities will be permanently increased to $20,000 from 1 July 2026. The instant...
