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Coast Books

Locality: Torquay, Victoria

Phone: +61 405 197 603

Address: 11 Hosick Ave 3228 Torquay, VIC, Australia

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24.01.2022 Have you attended any sessions at the online Geelong Small Business Festival yet? Let us know which ones you thought were good?! All events are low cost or free, and are designed to help small to medium business owners improve their productivity and learn from, network, and engage with other like-minded businesses and industry experts. Discover all of the online workshops that you can attend here: https://gsbf.com.au/find-an-event/

24.01.2022 If you're getting out and about this weekend, don't forget to head into GROW Anglesea for some of this deliciousness...

22.01.2022 Millions of Australians will be up to $47 a week better off as the Morrison government's early tax cuts kick in over the next week, with economists expecting the money to deliver a vital boost to the economy as it reopens from coronavirus shutdown. Read more: https://www.smh.com.au//tax-cuts-to-kick-in-and-boost-the-

20.01.2022 Another reason why I love where I live and work by Ash Hughes Photography

20.01.2022 The Victorian Government introduced a Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme to alleviate financial hardship faced by tenants and landlords as a result of coronavirus (COVID-19). On 20 August 2020 the Victorian Government announced plans for an extension and changes to the Scheme until 31 December 2020. This means negotiations for rent relief between a commercial tenant and their landlord must consider this timeframe. The Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) expects that tenants and landlords will continue to negotiate rent relief and, if requested, attend mediation with the VSBC in anticipation that the announced changes will come into effect in the coming weeks. Read more: https://www.business.vic.gov.au//commercial-tenancy-relief

19.01.2022 The program for the 2020 Geelong Small Business Festival has been released... and this year all of the events are online! So if you're a small business and would like some advice on business development, marketing, social media, leadership, networking or financial management, have a look at what is on offer. https://gsbf.com.au/find-an-event/

18.01.2022 A super guarantee amnesty was introduced on 6 March 2020. Employers participating in the amnesty need to apply by 7 September 2020. If you're affected by economic changes due to COVID-19, we can help. Find out more here: https://www.ato.gov.au//s/superannuation-guarantee-amnesty

17.01.2022 SCAM ALERT There has been a growing number of people making large payments for fake tax debts. Don’t get caught! These phone calls will tell you that you owe money and need to pay it straight away or you’ll be arrested. The scammer will try to keep you on the line until you pay, often by unusual methods such as bitcoin, pre-paid credit cards or gift cards. If you get a call like this, hang up and don’t provide any info. The Australian Tax Office will never: threaten... you with immediate arrest send unsolicited pre-recorded messages to your phone keep you on the line until a payment is made request payment of debts via bitcoin, gift cards or other vouchers. Warn your family and friends to stay alert. Find out more: www.ato.gov.au//online-services/i/verify-or-report-a-scam/

16.01.2022 Keeping good records is essential and will make it easier to report to the tax office. Here are some tips to get your record keeping in order: Talk to your software provider or tax professional to check that your record-keeping processes meet current requirements. Make sure you conduct regular reconciliation processes by cross-checking figures with your bank statements and source documents (for example, till tapes, tax invoices and receipts).... Use technology to run your business, such as point of sale software, accounting systems and mobile apps. These products can save you time and help you report accurately. Need some help? Don't hesitate to contact us: [email protected]

13.01.2022 Way back when! A tax return bring entered manually...

13.01.2022 Have you discovered the Inspired By Surf Coast website yet? This new campaign highlights local makers, creators, business owners and innovators as they tell their stories about how the Surf Coast has inspired them and why they’ve chosen the Surf Coast as ‘their place’. You can also use the map on the website to discover all of our local Surf Coast businesses can you find us on there?! Check it out here https://www.inspiredbysurfcoast.com.au/

12.01.2022 Have you checked in on a friend today?

11.01.2022 How lucky are we to live here during lockdown! by Amie Eats

11.01.2022 What a glorious few days over the weekend... the countdown is on until Summer!

10.01.2022 Businesses: Taxable payments annual report (TPAR) are due tomorrow - 28 August. If you need to lodge, most of the info you'll need should already be on hand from your monthly or quarterly reporting! Lodge on time so you don’t miss the deadline! Find out more about your TPAR at www.ato.gov.au/TPARlodge

10.01.2022 Do you use your car for work purposes? For a smooth ride at tax time, ensure you have accurate records to support your claims! If you claim a work-related car expense using the cents per kilometre or logbook method, remember you can’t claim any further deductions in the same tax return for the same car. Find out more at www.ato.gov.au///vehicle-and-travel-expenses/car-expenses/

08.01.2022 If you’ve been financially affected as a result of COVID-19, you now have more time to access some of your super. Applications for COVID-19 early release of super have now been extended to 31 December 2020. You can still only apply once in this financial year. Check if you’re eligible at: www.ato.gov.au//Withdrawi/COVID-19-early-release-of-super/

05.01.2022 The shortcut method for claiming your working-from-home expenses (80c per work hour) has been extended until 31 December 2020! Next year’s tax return might seem a world away, but keeping good records now will make life easier when you lodge next year.

04.01.2022 5 Key Financial Management Tips for Sole Traders: 1. Know your numbers You’ll want to have the ability to track cash flow, profitability, assets and liabilities all in real time 2. Pay yourself first Knowing when and how much to pay yourself has a direct impact on your business’s sustainability, so it’s time to get smart with it... 3. Protect your assets Super, insurance or hope for the best? Managing your wealth means knowing how to protect it should the worst case occur 4. Get smart with savings Among other things, putting excess cash into a loan offset account could save you money in the long run 5. Diversify your wealth Building wealth outside of your sole trader business will afford better protection when times are tough Need some advice? Email me [email protected]

04.01.2022 Emergency services workers! We know you’re busy keeping the country safe, so here's a guide to help you out with your tax return. Whether you’re a fire fighter, police officer or paramedic, everything is covered from laundry expenses to your heavy-vehicle permit, over-time meals and education expenses. Don't hesitate to ask us at Coast Books if you have any questions, or find some answers for your industry at: www.ato.gov.au//In/Occupation-and-industry-specific-guides

03.01.2022 Hear from one of Australia’s best-known digital entrepreneurs, Mia Freedman on Thursday 3rd September at 12:15pm as part of the Geelong Small Business Festival 2020. The co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of the Mamamia Women’s Media Company will share her experience of building a media empire from home. Register here for this free online event: https://gsbf.com.au/keynote-events/

03.01.2022 If you think your employer is not paying the correct amount of super, follow these steps... https://bit.ly/3eZ377y

01.01.2022 We love our logo thanks to Gruff Design! We wanted a logo that reflected the old and new so Gruff worked a computer monitor and book into our new look. Throw in sweet animation from the crew at FlipSwitch Media and we're ready to go!