Rede Accountants

11/10/2026

Hello Friends,

Welcome to your October 2026 Rede Newsletter.

We hope that the following and attached information is beneficial to your Business and Personal taxation needs.

Do You Pay Award Transport Payments?

There has been a change to PAYG Withholding and STP reporting for award transport payments from 1 October 2026.

Previously amounts that were paid as Award Transport Payments were treated differently to other payments; they were reported separately on a payment summary and PAYGW was varied to NIL.

As from 1 October 2026 employers must withhold tax from these payments, and the amounts are no longer reported separately on a payment summary.
You should advise your employees to keep records of there work related travel in order to claim a deduction.

There are two methods to update your STP reporting in your payroll system, and further information regarding this is located at the Australian Taxation Office website located here -
https://www.ato.gov.au/businesses-and-organisations/hiring-and-paying-your-workers/single-touch-payroll/in-detail/single-touch-payroll-phase-2-employer-reporting-guidelines/changes-to-award-transport-payments

If you should have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Thank you for your continued support and loyalty, we really do appreciate it!

All the best,
Col, Ken, Annette and the Rede Team

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Read the Full Newsletter here:-

https://redeaccountants.com.au/newsletters/october-2026-newsletter/

PAYG withholding and STP reporting for award transport payments changes from 1 October 2026.

14/09/2026

Hello Friends,

Welcome to your September 2026 Rede Newsletter.

UPDATE: We’re upgrading our Client Systems

Over the past few months we have commenced the implementation of a new practice management software for our firm, and we are converting to Xero.

You may not have noticed any changes as yet, but the look of your Financial Reports, Tax Returns and Tax Invoice’s will change going forward.

We will also be integrating a new document management system, and an updated client portal experience will be part of this software, and we will keep you informed when the new portal is available.

We hope to make the process as smooth as possible for you, but if you have any questions regarding the changes, please contact our office.

Thank you for your continued support and loyalty, we really do appreciate it!

All the best,
Col, Ken, Annette and the Rede Team

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September 2026 Your Knowledge' Newsletter
This Month’s Edition of our Newsletter includes:

Discretionary trusts and the proposed 30% minimum tax
New reasonable travel and overtime meal rates
Penalty units increase from 1 July 2026
SMSF and property – preparing for a smooth audit

If you really like what we do and how we do it , please do send through a Testimonial or write us a Google Review - it would be greatly appreciated!
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24/07/2026

Hello Friends,
Welcome to your July 2026 Rede Newsletter.

Much is changing in the Business and Taxation environment from July 2026

Payday super is likely to have an impact on every small business cash flow.
Having to pay your super guarantee of 12% within a few days of each payday weekly fortnightly or monthly will squeeze many small businesses

Under Payday Super rules, Qualifying Earnings (QE) is the standardized earnings base used to calculate both your standard Super Guarantee. It generally consists of an employee's ordinary hours of work, replacing the older, sometimes confusing "ordinary time earnings" (OTE) term.

Please make contact with your Rede Client Manager if you feel these changes may result in difficulty in paying your ATO obligations on time, or if you require clarification on Qualifying Earnings?

The ATO is warning all taxpayers against lodging your income tax return too early in case the prefill information is not complete, or if your PAYG Summary is not yet finalised.

As employers, ensure you have finalised your Single Touch Payroll reporting for your workers, prepare & lodge your Taxable Payments Annual Report (TPAR), report your actual wages for WorkCover and Payroll Tax , pay your Superannuation obligations, and prepare your records for the year just ended.

Thank you for your continued support and loyalty, we really do appreciate it!


All the best,
Col, Ken, Annette and the Rede Team

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14/04/2026

Hello Friends,
Welcome to your April 2026 Rede Newsletter.

The Australian Government has launched several relief measures for small businesses affected by the 2026 fuel crisis, including a $1 billion interest-free loan program and targeted tax relief.

Interest-Free Government Loans

As part of the National Fuel Security Plan, the government is providing support through its Economic Resilience Program:

Targeted Support:
Loans are specifically for businesses in critical supply chains, including freight, transport, fuel, and fertiliser producers.

Funding Pool:
A $1 billion pool allocated from the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) will provide zero-interest loans to help with short-term liquidity.

Loan Terms:
Typical terms are expected to be around seven years, with roughly $500 million available annually over the next two years.

Eligibility:
To qualify, businesses must meet the NRF's criteria of being solely or mainly Australian-based.

ATO "Fuel Response" Tax Relief

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has introduced a tailored payment plan for eligible businesses struggling with tax debts due to high fuel costs:

Interest-Free Repayments:
The ATO may remit General Interest Charges (GIC) for businesses that meet their first three months of instalments on a tailored plan.

Flexible Terms:
Plans offer up to 36 months to repay tax debt with no upfront payment required.

PAYG Variations:
Businesses can vary their PAYG instalments if higher fuel costs have significantly reduced their taxable income, improving immediate cash flow.

Eligibility:
Applicants must hold an ABN and demonstrate that their reduced capacity to pay is directly or indirectly linked to higher fuel/transport costs rather than general cash flow issues.

Additional Financial Relief


Fuel Excise Cut:
A 50% reduction in fuel excise (totaling 32 cents per litre including GST relief) is in effect from April 1 to June 30, 2026.

Heavy Vehicle Charge:
The Heavy Vehicle Road User Charge has been cut to zero for the three months ending June 30, 2026, providing further relief for trucking and freight operators.

Energy Bill Rebates:
Eligible small businesses may receive up to $150 in energy bill relief for the 2025–26 financial year.

Would you like help checking the specific eligibility criteria for the ATO Fuel Response plan or more information on state-based grants for fuel efficiency?

PLEASE CONTACT US FOR ANY ASSISTANCE.


Thank you for your continued support and loyalty, we really do appreciate it!

All the best,
Col, Ken, Annette and the Rede Team

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https://redeaccountants.com.au/newsletters/april-2026-newsletter/

20/03/2026

Rede Accountants March 2026 Newsletter
This Newsletter covers :

DPN Review: A Wake-Up Call for Business Owners on Personal Tax Risks

Navigating CGT on Your Home: New ATO Clarity for Home-Based Businesses

ATO Update on Inherited Homes: What it Means for Your Family’s Wealth

Keeping Your Self-Managed Super Fund Compliant

View our newsletter Newsletter PDF.
https://redeaccountants.com.au/newsletters/march-2026-newsletter/

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Take Care
Col, Ken, Annette & The Team at Rede

13/12/2025

Hello Friends,

Welcome to your December 2025 Rede Newsletter.

Happy Holidays from all of us here at Rede Accountants

As is our usual practice, we are closed for the Holiday Period for a well-deserved, and much needed break.

The office will be closed
from 5.00pm on Thursday December 18th 2025.

We will then re-open the office
at 8.30am on Thursday January 8th 2026.

During this period, if you have a query with some urgency, please avail yourself of one of these contact options as they will be monitored.

Forward an email to: [email protected]
or leave a phone message by calling the office on either 07 5575 9567 or 1300 399599.

We hope you have had a great 2025, and that we can all look forward to 2026 with positive aspirations.
We sincerely hope you are able to spend this break with your family and friends.

If you should have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us immediately.

Thank you for your continued support and loyalty, we really do appreciate it!

All the best,
Col, Ken, Annette and the Rede Team

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https://redeaccountants.com.au/newsletters/december-2025-newsletter/