Elphinstone Stevens Pty Ltd in Burnie, Tasmania | Accountant

Elphinstone Stevens Pty Ltd

Locality: Burnie, Tasmania

Phone: +61 3 6431 3933

Address: 254 Mount Street 7320 Burnie, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.elst.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Job Keeper legislation is before parliament this week. We will send an update to our clients once we have more detail after it is legislated. In the meantime the following FAQ has the most up to date information. https://treasury.gov.au//JobKeeper_frequently_asked_questi

24.01.2022 The Tasmanian Government has announced further grants of $5000 will be available for eligible businesses under the COVID-19 Small Business Sustainability and Recovery Grant Program. Please see link below for full details & eligibility criteria. Program is open from 3rd August to 24th August. https://www.business.tas.gov.au//covid-19_small_business_s

24.01.2022 Please watch out for your payroll software updates to implement the new PAYG withholding rates for employees as recently announced in the budget & now legislated. These must be updated by the 16th November.

23.01.2022 The 2020 Federal Budget was delivered this week with COVID still very much part of our lives. The main highlights of the budget that we believe our clients should primarily be aware of are the tax cuts for individuals (back dated to 1 July 2020); proposed significant expansion to the instant asset write off scheme; a new JobMaker Hiring Credit & temporary loss carry back provisions for companies. It should be noted that all these announcement do require legislation to be pass...ed before they become law. We await the detail to be released! If you have any questions about your specific situation, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

23.01.2022 Is your business COVID-Ready?

22.01.2022 JOB KEEPER 2.0 Summary of requirements below. Important to note no changes to rules for all eligible clients currently claiming Job Keeper 1.0 that runs until 27 September.

21.01.2022 Have you checked whether your business qualifies for JobKeeper as yet? The good news is that the ATO have extended the deadline to apply for the initial Job Keeper payment to 31st May. However, you must have paid your staff the required $1,500/fortnight from 30th March by the end of April. Please remember JobKeeper can also apply to owner operators. If you dont meet the basic 30% decrease in turnover, you should also check if the alternative turnover tests can apply to your situation which have also now been released. Please contact us to discuss your specific situation. https://www.ato.gov.au/General/JobKeeper-Payment/

21.01.2022 Missed our most recent newsletter? Please see copy at the following link. Articles include JobKeeeper 2.0; ATO scrutiny of rental properties; home office expenses under COVID; instant asset write off extension; taxable payments annual reporting; director identification number; cradle coast market & client profile. https://www.elst.com.au/wp-conte//2020/09/elphspring20.pdf

21.01.2022 Good news for business that are keen to invest and require the tax deduction. Please contact us to discuss your specific circumstances though.

20.01.2022 Magic crisp night as we slowly get back to some sense of normality. Hope everyone enjoys their long weekend and if you can, please support a local business that has been greatly effected during this lockdown. We will be opening back up the office fully next week and restarting our weekly Thursday visits to Smithton. Rest assured this will be done COVIDSafe. Take care & stay safe on your travels

19.01.2022 Happy end of financial year to all our valued clients. Certainly the second half of this one has been interesting to say the least! We wish you all a prosperous year ahead and most importantly that you stay safe and well.

19.01.2022 *Attention accommodation and attraction businesses* If you are an accommodation provider, tourism attraction, experience or tour operator, now is the time to ensure your business is listed on the Make Yourself At Home website. This website is where travellers are directed to access their voucher. The site also provides travel inspiration. https://buysomethingtasmanian.com.au/tourism/

18.01.2022 When you get dobbed in to talk to the Advocate!

17.01.2022 Great afternoon supporting Rotary Club of Burnie West ferret racing. Unfortunately our ferret which we named JobKeeper performed more like JobSeeker but very pleased to sponsor a great cause.

15.01.2022 Just a reminder that the final due date for your Dec qtr BAS is 28th Feb. if you use the business portal to lodge, please also ensure you set up your myGovID logon as well as AUSkey will no longer be able to used from the end of March to access the portal.

15.01.2022 Looking for something a little different for your Christmas this year? Wanting to support local? Perhaps the Cradle Coast Online Market https://cradlecoastmarket.com/ may be a good place to start. You may also like to list your business. Please also remember to visit our local shops not just in the lead up to Christmas, but throughout the year. You may be surprised what they have on offer!

15.01.2022 Some good tips to assist business in these unprecedented times. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you are unsure of the best course of action for your business.

15.01.2022 Please remain vigilant.

14.01.2022 BIG NEWS FOR BUSINESS TODAY Key Measures of Stimulus for businesses announced by government today: *Tax-free cash grants for businesses of up to $25k, which the government is calling the "cash flow boost". The government is tying the payments to the amount they spend on wages and salaries. Businesses will get a payment equal to 50 per cent of the tax due on their workers pay packets each time they lodge their activity statement, whether that is monthly or quarterly, startin...g for the March quarter. *The government will expand its asset write-off scheme from March 12 for the next three-and-a-half months. Businesses will be able to claim an instant tax reduction for purchases worth up to $150,000, instead of the current $30,000 limit. The scheme has also been expanded from businesses with a turnover of up to $50 million to those with a turnover of up to $500 million. *The government will pay 50 per cent of apprentice wages, backdated to January 1, with the payment lasting to September 30.

14.01.2022 COVID-19 $130 Billion Support Package. This afternoon Scott Morrisson has announced a wage subsidy of $1500/fortnight. We will send details of this to our employer clients once we receive them. https://mobile.abc.net.au//coronavirus-wage-subsi/12103108

14.01.2022 Great evening at laser tag with the team & some of the families.

13.01.2022 Is your office setup at home or at your business premises? Would it be more convenient if your accountant visited you? We love getting out of the office, particularly when the weather is nice and views (every part of Tas) are on offer! Please let us know if this is something we could do for you.

12.01.2022 Increase in working from home rate from $0.52/hr to $0.80/hr from 1st March to 30th June

12.01.2022 JOB KEEPER ENROLMENT DEADLINE The extended timeframe to enrol for the initial JobKeeper periods, (extended from 30 April 2020 until 31 May 2020) is ending soon. If a business enrols by 31 May, they will still be able to claim for the JobKeeper fortnights in April and May provided they meet all the eligibility requirements for each of those fortnights. This includes paying employees by the appropriate date for each fortnight.... If you havent already, review the information and if eligible, enrol. Please do not hesitate to contact our office if you require assistance. https://www.ato.gov.au/general/jobkeeper-payment/

11.01.2022 Super amnesty finally passed! - Businesses have 6 months to catch up on unpaid super

10.01.2022 TCCIs Business Hotline is a service for any Tasmanian business owners who have Coronavirus-related questions. Id highly recommend giving them a call

10.01.2022 Please share. COVID-19 OFFICE UPDATE Firstly we want to reassure all our clients that Elphinstone Stevens Pty Ltd remains open for business, however in response to the COVID-19 pandemic we are changing the way we deliver our services.... Our first priority is the safety and wellbeing of our clients, our staff, and the general public. We are closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and will respond accordingly to any updated information and recommendations as directed by government authorities. As of Monday 6 April 2020, our Burnie office will close to the public until further notice. Our Smithton office is closed altogether until further notice. We are still available and can be contacted during business hours by telephone 6431 3933 or email [email protected] Our first preference for receiving client records or documents is electronically. Where this is not possible, they can be placed during business hours in the crate at the rear door access through our carpark via Johnson Street. We also have a mail slot in the front door which can be used at any time. Please note, meetings and appointments will be restricted to telephone, video conferencing or email unless prior arrangements have been made. We understand the inconvenience this may cause but to remain operational we need to implement these measures. We trust you stay safe, stay in your home as much as possible and please contact us with any concerns or questions. Regards, David & the team

10.01.2022 JOB KEEPER CHANGES. Please be assured we will keep all clients informed of what the changes are once it is actually announced by the government AND the detail is known. https://www.news.com.au///2d8836820665488a1daebb74e4dea28f

09.01.2022 Did you receive our JobKeeper update yesterday with our practical guide if you either have employees or are an owner/operator? If not, please contact us and we will send through. In the meantime, the best advice is to keep informed of the latest developments from the ATO JobKeeper website as the rules and guidelines are still being released & updated. https://www.ato.gov.au/general/JobKeeper-Payment/

09.01.2022 Grant opportunity Now Open - Small business energy efficiency grants Small businesses across the North-West, West Coast and King Island can now apply for a grant that will support them to make their energy use more efficient and to reduce their power bills through the Governments Energy Efficient Communities program. The grant will support small businesses through a range of measures such as equipment upgrades that reduce energy consumption, investment in monitoring systems ...to better manage energy use, and energy audits to investigate energy efficiency opportunities. Applications close at 5pm on 26 August 2020. https://www.business.gov.au//Energy-Efficient-Communities-

08.01.2022 Yesterday the government announced substantial changes & updates to the federal government stimulus package to support business & families through this unprecedented time. Please see the fact sheets at the following link for further information on: *Income support for individuals *Payments to support households *Temporary early release of superannuation *Temporarily reducing superannuation minimum drawdown rates... *Reducing social security deeming rates See more

08.01.2022 You can get up to $750 grant towards our fees in assisting with business continuity planning. Please see link for details and eligibility criteria. Applications close 7 September or before hand if funds have been fully allocated.

08.01.2022 If you are a sole trader that has been impacted by COVID19 - heres what you need to know right now.

08.01.2022 TAX TIME 2020. We provide expert personalised service. We thoroughly check what deductions you can claim to ensure they are maximised for the best possible tax ...refund. We can even prepare your return without you even having to come into the office! Couple and family discounts apply. Please call on 64313933 to book in. Before you book in please ensure your employer(s) have finalised your payroll data for the year (no PAYG payment summaries generally need to be provided anymore) and you have details of any other income and supporting documentation for all claims. See more

07.01.2022 #JOBKEEPER #UPDATE WHEN TO PAY The ATO have extended the deadline for payments of JK FN01 and JK FN02 from 30 April to 8 May ... This means that you can make two fortnightly payments of at least $1,500 per fortnight by 8 May, or a combined payment of at least $3,000. https://www.ato.gov.au//Em/Paying-your-eligible-employees/

06.01.2022 While our office remains physically closed to clients, we are very much open via phone, email & other electronic means to assist you during these extremely difficult times. The new stronger restrictions for NW Tas show the effects of the virus is here for a while yet. Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your business situation and the various federal & state support & stimulus measures in place. Open again 8.30 on Tuesday. Call 6431 3933. Stay safe everyone.

06.01.2022 Further support announced by State Government for business & households in these unprecedented times.

05.01.2022 JOBKEEPER CHANGES. The JobKeeper Payment has changed so more employees can qualify for this month. You need to ensure any newly eligible employees are paid by this Monday 31st August. For more details on the changes, see https://www.ato.gov.au//JobKeeper-Payment/Employers/Your-/

05.01.2022 Do you use the business portal? Have you set up your myGovID yet? Only a month to go to get set up. Please contact us if you need assistance setting up.

05.01.2022 With the lifting of restrictions for the North West it is great to see some clients being able to reopen their doors

05.01.2022 Very pleased to be a long term sponsor and supporter of Dairy Tas and the annual Dairy Farmer of the year awards.

04.01.2022 Are you a business that has been affected by Covid-19 and havent yet claimed any State Govt Grants? If so, you now have until the 5th May to get your application in: http://www.premier.tas.gov.au//tasmanian_government_provid https://www.business.tas.gov.au/covid-19_business_support_p

04.01.2022 Breaking News - Job Keeper Rules and EM released by the Treasurer: Rules - https://bit.ly/JKFedGovtRule090420 EM - https://bit.ly/JKEM090420 Employer Fact Sheet - https://bit.ly/JKEmployers090420... Employee Fact Sheet - https://bit.ly/JKEmployees090420 FAQ - https://bit.ly/JKFAQ Integrity Fact Sheet - https://bit.ly/JKIntegrityFactSheet General Fact Sheet - https://bit.ly/JKGenFactSheet Happy Easter!!

03.01.2022 Further State Government assistance announced in the form of low interest loans for businesses. For further details and guidelines, go to https://www.business.tas.gov.au//business_growth_loan_sche

02.01.2022 Footy colours day yesterday and our work footy tipping last night. Well done Amy on taking it out. No photos as the 2 Collingwood supporters would of spoilt the photo Best of luck to the Tigers and Cats tonight and let’s hope it is a better year for the hapless Bombers next year!