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Wimmera Mallee Accounting is a vibrant new business, locally owned and operated. We are dedicated to providing quality personalised service, taking professional pride in satisfying client needs, large or small. We excel at creating strong relationships with clients who are seeking a combination of technical excellence with a specialised range of services and a desire for outstanding client relationships. Motivated and enthusiastic, we combine training, experience and an array of skills in the areas of:-

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15/10/2026

Government moves to tighten protections in super.

Around 11,000 Australians invested about $1.1 billion of their retirement savings in the Shield and First Guardian Master Funds. These two managed investment schemes collapsed, costing investors their savings.

To learn more, please refer to the below article.

Around 11,000 Australians invested about $1.1 billion of their retirement savings in the Shield and First Guardian Master Funds. These two managed investment schemes collapsed, costing investors their savings.

12/10/2026

Buying a new home? Make sure you know the tax ins and outs.

With house prices falling in some major capital cities, you may be looking to buy a home – either as a first home buyer or otherwise.

To read more, please refer to the below article.

With house prices falling in some major capital cities, you may be looking to buy a home – either as a first home buyer or otherwise.

04/10/2026

Collectables - don't get caught out!

Capital gains tax does not just apply to “big ticket” items such as real estate, farms and shareholdings. It also applies to a special class of assets known as “personal use assets”, and in particular, those personal use assets known as “collectables”.

To learn more, please refer to the below article.

Capital gains tax does not just apply to “big ticket” items such as real estate, farms and shareholdings. It also applies to a special class of assets known as “personal use assets”, and in particular, those personal use assets known as “collecta

29/09/2026

The "widow tax" and jointly owned property.

There has been a lot of talk in the media about the government’s new “widow tax” following the Budget brought down earlier in the year.

To read more, please refer to the below article.

There has been a lot of talk in the media about the government’s new “widow tax” following the Budget brought down earlier in the year.

23/09/2026

Can my SMSF and I co-invest in a property?

Since 10 August 2026, SMSF’s can no longer use a Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangement (LRBA) to acquire residential property. Existing arrangements are grandfathered, and borrowing to acquire business real property is not affected. Co-ownership may be a solution for SMSF’s without enough cash to purchase a property outright. However, keep in mind the rules are strict and there are many traps you can fall into.

To learn more, please refer to the below article.

Since 10 August 2026, SMSF’s can no longer use a Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangement (LRBA) to acquire residential property. Existing arrangements are grandfathered, and borrowing to acquire business real property is not affected. Co-ownership may be a solution for SMSF’s without enough cash ...

17/09/2026

Claiming work expenses: Where the line is drawn.

Everyone loves a work-related deduction. From the 2026-27 income year there is a standard deduction of up to $1,000 for work-related expenses, and it applies automatically. This will simplify things for many. However, if your claims exceed $1,000 you still need to substantiate every dollar.

To read more, please refer to the below article.

Everyone loves a work-related deduction. From the 2026-27 income year there is a standard deduction of up to $1,000 for work-related expenses, and it applies automatically. This will simplify things for many. However, if your claims exceed $1,000 you still need to substantiate every dollar.

12/09/2026

Concession cards: Cheaper medicines, transport and bills.

Government concession cards, including the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, Pensioner Concession Card, Health Care Card and state based Seniors Cards, can save you a lot. They cut the cost of healthcare, prescriptions and everyday bills. Several rates and thresholds affecting eligibility change on 20 September 2026, so now is a good time to review what the cards are worth and check whether you qualify.

To learn more, please refer to the below article.

Government concession cards, including the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, Pensioner Concession Card, Health Care Card and state based Seniors Cards, can save you a lot. They cut the cost of healthcare, prescriptions and everyday bills. Several rates and thresholds affecting eligibility change on

07/09/2026

Renting out your home - and the CGT and negative gearing changes.

One of the many areas where the big changes to negative gearing and Capital Gains Tax may have an effect is where you use the “absence concession” to allow you to “continue to treat” your home as your CGT-free main residence during an extended absence from the home - including where you rent it out for up to 6 years during this period.

To read more, please refer to the below article.

One of the many areas where the big changes to negative gearing and Capital Gains Tax may have an effect is where you use the “absence concession” to allow you to “continue to treat” your home as your CGT-free main residence during an extended absence from the home - including where you rent...

01/09/2026

The wheels now in motion for Family Trust changes.

With the Government set to impose a minimum 30% tax on discretionary or “family” trusts from 1 July 2028, it’s probably time to start thinking about what you should do about any existing family trust you have.

To learn more, please refer to the below article.

With the Government set to impose a minimum 30% tax on discretionary or “family” trusts from 1 July 2028, it’s probably time to start thinking about what you should do about any existing family trust you have.

26/08/2026

What you need to retire: The Latest Numbers.

Have you ever wondered how much superannuation you will have and need in retirement? The answer is it depends on a range of factors, such as your lifestyle goals, whether you have paid off your mortgage, your financial situation, whether you live a relatively healthy lifestyle, your likely life expectancy, and so on.

To read more, please refer to the below article.

Have you ever wondered how much superannuation you will have and need in retirement? The answer is it depends on a range of factors, such as your lifestyle goals, whether you have paid off your mortgage, your financial situation, whether you live a relatively healthy lifestyle, your likely life expe

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