Number Pad

12/08/2026

📢 Big change for food delivery riders — starts Monday 17 August

If you deliver for Uber Eats, DoorDash or similar, you're now entitled to a minimum hourly pay floor for the first time.

What's changing
• A minimum of $31.30–$32 per hour, depending on whether you're on a bike, e-bike, scooter or car

• The platform must also give you personal accident insurance while you're working

• You still cover your own vehicle third-party insurance

The catch — "engaged time"

The clock only runs from when you accept an order to when you drop it off. Sitting and waiting for the next job doesn't count.

The platform adds up your engaged hours over the pay period, compares it to what you were actually paid, and tops you up if you fell short.

What it does NOT change
You're still a contractor on your ABN. No employer, no super, no tax withheld. That means:
✅ You still lodge as a sole trader
✅ You still claim your kilometres, phone, bag, e-bike depreciation

⚠️ Your income is going up — if you're near $75,000 a year, you may now need to register for GST

Rideshare drivers: this one is delivery only. Passenger trips (Uber, DiDi, Ola) and parcel courier work are still being decided by the Fair Work Commission.

Not sure how it affects your tax? Send me a message — happy to run through it.

NumberPad Accounting and Taxation

02/07/2026

报税季到了，不必为报税而烦恼！🧾

在 NumberPad Accounting and Taxation，我们让报税变得简单、准确、省心。无论您是个人、个体经营者（Sole Trader），还是中小企业，我们都会协助您合法申报，争取应有的退税，同时确保符合澳洲税务局（ATO）的规定。

✅ 专业会计服务，流程简单透明
✅ CPA 注册会计师 & 澳洲注册税务代理（Registered Tax Agent）
📍 布里斯班办公室，服务全澳洲客户
💻 提供线上咨询，无论您身在何处都能轻松办理

把复杂的税务交给专业人士，让您安心、省时、省力。

📞 欢迎立即联系我们，轻松完成您的报税！

02/07/2026

📋 Is your business ready for Payday Super? Here's your quick checklist.

From 1 July 2026, super must be paid within 7 days of every pay run — no more quarterly payments. Here's what to tick off right now:

✅ **Payroll software updated** — Xero, MYOB, KeyPay etc. must be configured for Payday Super
✅ **Super linked to every pay run** — not manual, not lump sum, not quarterly
✅ **Employee super fund details are correct** — wrong details = late payment = penalties
✅ **Cash flow covers weekly super** — super goes out more frequently now, plan ahead
✅ **STP Phase 2 active** — the ATO has real-time visibility, so compliance matters more than ever
✅ **New employees** — super choice form within 28 days, stapled fund checked via ATO

⚠️ One trap many businesses miss: if you use a super clearing house, the 7-day clock starts on **payday** — not when the clearing house processes it. Allow enough lead time.

The penalty for getting this wrong (the Super Guarantee Charge) is non-deductible and can add up fast.

Not sure if your setup is ready? DM us or give us a call — we're helping clients get Payday Super sorted right now. 🙌

02/07/2026

🎉 New financial year, new rules — and this one's a big deal for small business owners.

From **1 July 2026**, Payday Super is officially here. That means super is no longer due quarterly — it must be paid within **7 days of each pay run**. Every. Single. Time.

If you're running weekly or fortnightly payroll, that's a lot more super payments to stay on top of. Miss the deadline, and the ATO can hit you with the Super Guarantee Charge — and trust us, that's a painful and non-deductible bill you don't want.

Here's what's changed:
📌 Super must be paid within 7 days of each payday
📌 Applies to ALL employees, including casuals
📌 The ATO will have real-time visibility through Single Touch Payroll
📌 Penalties for late payment are stricter than ever

The good news? If your payroll software is set up correctly, this can be largely automated. The key is making sure your cash flow can handle more frequent super payments going out.

Not sure if your payroll setup is ready for Payday Super? Drop us a DM or reach out — we're helping clients get sorted right now. 👋

01/07/2026

Tax time doesn't have to be stressful. 🧾
At NumberPad Accounting and Taxation, we make lodging your tax return simple, accurate, and (dare we say) easy. Whether you're an individual, a sole trader, or running a small business, we'll help you claim what you're entitled to and stay on the right side of the ATO — no jargon, no guesswork.
📍 Based in Brisbane, servicing clients Australia-wide
💻 Online consultations available
✅ CPA qualified & registered Tax Agent
Get in touch today and let's get your tax sorted, properly.

24/06/2026

🚨 Big news for SMSF holders — this just happened.
The Federal Government has confirmed, as part of a deal with the Greens, that SMSFs will no longer be able to borrow to buy residential property. The ban on new Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangements (LRBAs) for residential property passed Parliament on 23 June 2026 and takes effect 45 days after the bill receives Royal Assent — expected around mid-August 2026.
Here's what you need to know:
✅ Existing SMSF residential property loans are grandfathered — you don't need to sell or refinance

✅ Commercial property borrowing inside an SMSF is NOT affected

✅ If you have a contract signed before the ban date, you're protected

⛔ New residential LRBAs after the ban date — no longer allowed

If you were considering using your SMSF to buy a residential investment property, time is very short. Lenders may start pulling their SMSF loan products even before the ban date officially hits.

16/06/2026

🚨 Myth busted: "I don't need to worry about GST until I'm making good money."
We hear this one a lot — and it catches people off guard.
Here's the truth: the moment your business hits $75,000 in turnover (that's gross income, not profit), you're required to register for GST. Full stop. It doesn't matter if you're barely breaking even or still paying off your startup costs.
And here's where it gets tricky — that threshold can sneak up on you faster than you think. A good month, a big contract, a seasonal spike… and suddenly you're over the line and obligated to register within 21 days.
Miss that window, and the ATO can come knocking with back-dated GST liabilities. Not a fun conversation.
The good news? Getting registered is straightforward, and once your systems are set up properly, it's easy to manage.
If you're not sure where your turnover sits or whether GST applies to you yet, feel free to reach out — we're happy to have a quick chat. 😊

27/03/2026

Proud to share that I’ve achieved my Fellow Certified Practising Accountant (FCPA) status 🎓✨

This milestone reflects years of dedication, continuous learning, and commitment to providing high-quality professional services. Grateful for the support from my clients, colleagues, family, and friends along the way 🙏

Looking forward to continuing to grow, support businesses, and make a positive impact in the accounting profession.

A FCPA is renowned worldwide as having gained unparalleled experience in the field of accounting and finance. Fellowship marks a strong, ongoing relationship with CPA Australia. An FCPA is recognised and respected around the world as being an expert and leader in their industries.