Whitson Dawson Accountants

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Serving Mackay for over 140 years, Whitson Dawson offers expert accounting and financial services for small to medium businesses across industries like mining, retail, and agriculture.

07/09/2026

THINK YOUR TAX BILL IS BIG?

Your annual tax bill can look like a big number. But when you break it down day by day, it can put things into perspective.

These figures are based on current individual tax rates, excluding the Medicare levy, and may change the way you look at your tax position.
Because understanding where your money goes is the first step to making smarter financial decisions.

That’s the kind of conversation we have with our clients every day at Whitson Dawson.

03/09/2026

Attention Business Owners- Key Dates before 30th September

Save this one so nothing slips through the cracks. πŸ“…

Need help meeting these deadlines? The Whitson Dawson team is just a call away. πŸ“ž (07) 4957 2985.

28/08/2026

Profitable on paper. Tight on cash. It's more common than you'd think. πŸ’°

The P&L says you had a great year. Your bank account isn't so sure.

The profit is real, it's just not sitting in your account as cash. Your liabilities and trade debtors don’t show on your Profit & Loss - this is where your Balance Sheet comes into play

You shouldn't need a tax bill or a payroll run to tell you what's going on with your cash. That's not a great way to run a business and it's not something you should have to figure out alone.

Knowing where your money is and where it's heading, that's the conversation worth having.

Whitson Dawson know your numbers well enough to tell you what's actually going on and what to do about it.

πŸ“ž (07) 4957 2985 or visit whitsondawson.com.au

Photos from Whitson Dawson Accountants's post 26/08/2026

Don't assume waiting for the new rollover on 1 July 2027 is your best move.

The general 50% CGT discount ends 1 July 2027, and its replacement isn't law yet. For many business owners, restructuring now, while the current rules and small business concessions still apply, beats waiting. Especially with the 30% minimum tax on discretionary trusts landing 1 July 2028.

It won't suit everyone, and stamp duty applies either way. Worth running the numbers now, not in 2029.

General information only. Get advice for your situation before acting. Current as at August 2026.

24/08/2026

Got a tax or business question you've been sitting on? πŸ€”

In this episode of Ask an Accountant, Assunta from the Whitson Dawson team answers some of the most common questions we hear from business owners and individuals across the region.

No jargon. No fluff. Just plain, honest answers from someone who genuinely knows their stuff.

Drop your questions in the comments and we might just answer yours in the next one. πŸ‘‡

πŸ“ž (07) 4957 2985 | 🌐 whitsondawson.com.au

*General advice only. Please book a consult for a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

18/08/2026

From work experience, to bookkeeping, and soon to be an accountant!

Meet Nate and his journey at Whitson Dawson πŸŽ‰

Nate started with us back in January as a work experience student, and he's already well on his way to becoming a future accountant. Along the way, he's been learning the ins and outs of bookkeeping and building the foundations for a career in the industry.

If this sounds like something you'd love to do, Whitson Dawson is the place to start!

Photos from Whitson Dawson Accountants's post 06/08/2026

πŸ—“οΈ August Key Dates. Another big month on the tax calendar!

From PAYG withholding reports and BAS lodgements to superannuation guarantee charges and the Taxable Payments Annual Report, August keeps us busy for good reason.

Save this so nothing catches you off guard this month. πŸ“Œ

Need a hand getting it all sorted? πŸ“ž Call (07) 4957 2985 or visit whitsondawson.com.au

06/08/2026

We were proud to be part of the Mackay Career Expo 2026! πŸŽ‰

It was such a great opportunity to share our passion for accounting with curious young minds exploring what's out there, bookkeeping, audits, super funds, and everything in between.

Career expos like this are all about discovery, kids getting a genuine look at what different industries involve, and starting to consider where they might land after school or uni. A few even asked about work experience, always a promising sign.

Here's to inspiring the next generation of finance professionals. πŸ™Œ

31/07/2026

The $3 million question. πŸ’°

If your superannuation balance is above $3 million, the proposed Division 296 changes are something you need to understand now.

This isn't simply a matter of higher balances being taxed more. Division 296 introduces an additional layer of tax that could apply to unrealised gains meaning you may face a tax liability on growth that you haven't received yet. That's a meaningful shift in how many Australians will need to think about their long-term retirement strategy.

There’s still uncertainty around how this will play out, but it’s something worth understanding now not later.

At Whitson Dawson, we're across these changes and what they could mean for our clients. If your super balance is heading toward that threshold, let's talk.

πŸ“ž Call us on (07) 4957 2985 or visit whitsondawson.com.au

General information only. Please speak with a qualified financial adviser for advice specific to your situation.

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Location

Address

Level B, Canegrowers Building, 120 Wood Street
Mackay, QLD
4740

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 5pm
Thursday 8:15am - 5pm
Friday 8:15am - 5pm