by James Carey | Mar 1, 2026 | Film & TV Production
In the Australian film industry, whether a worker should be on an ABN (contractor) or payroll (employee) depends on the ATO’s multi-factor test, which examines control, tools, financial risk and the right to delegate. The question of ABN vs employee film...
by Blake Jenkins | Jul 19, 2024 | Business & Tax Updates
Late Tax Lodgement Penalties for Production Companies and Freelancers At a Glance: ATO Failure to Lodge Penalties (2025-26) Penalty unit value: $330 (from 7 November 2024) Small entity (under $1M turnover): $330 per 28-day period, up to $1,650 maximum Medium entity...
by Blake Jenkins | Apr 25, 2024 | Business & Tax Updates
Staying Ahead of Financial Year Changes Every 1 July brings a fresh wave of regulatory and tax changes that can catch businesses off guard – particularly those operating in Australia’s creative and production industries. From superannuation rate increases...
by Blake Jenkins | Nov 5, 2021 | Business & Tax Updates
The government has initiated a new system that attaches a unique identifying number to an individual who is a company director. If you are a company director you will need a director identification number by November 2022. You can apply for a director ID from November...
by Blake Jenkins | Jul 5, 2021 | COVID19
As we head into the new financial year a number of slated changes are coming into effect. It’s important to know what these changes are and how they may effect you or your business. A snap shot of the key changes: Superannuation guarantee staturory rate is...
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