ABF Partners

06/08/2026

How to track the progress of your tax return

The quickest and easiest way to check the progress of your tax return is by using the ATO self-help services - ATO app or ATO online services (through myGov).

The quickest and easiest way to check the progress of your tax return is by using our self-help services.

03/07/2026

25/06/2026

THE PROPOSED STANDARD DEDUCTION OF UP TO $1,000 FOR WORK-RELATED EXPENSES DOES NOT APPLY TO UPCOMING LODGEMENTS FOR TAX TIME 2026.

This proposed change is not yet law and, if passed, is expected to apply from the 2026–27 income year. Follow the pre-existing rules and continue to keep the record keeping requirements to claim deductions for work-related expenses this tax time.

The Government announced a standard deduction up to $1,000 for work-related expenses for eligible taxpayers.

18/06/2026

Change is coming to super guarantee and the super guarantee charge

Watch the ATO video to understand how these will change under Payday Super.

Learn what's changing for super guarantee and super guarantee charge under Payday Super and what these changes mean for employers paying super each payday from 1 July 2026.

21/05/2026

Have you ever wondered how safe your passwords are? The Service Victoria’s password strength tester helps you check how secure your passwords are. It shows how easy they are to guess, how long they take to crack and if they’ve been part of a data breach. It also gives simple tips to create stronger passwords and protect your accounts.

Use the Service Victoria password strength tester to check the strength of your passwords. Having a strong password helps keep your accounts safe and secure.

14/12/2025

Our office will be closed over the holiday season,
from 18 December 2025 to 12 January 2026.
Very best wishes to you this holiday season.

17/08/2025

Guides to protect Apple, Google and Microsoft devices

The Australian Cyber Security Centre, Council of Small Business Organisations Australia and Cyber Wardens have come together to create 3 cybersecurity guides to help small businesses secure their accounts and devices.
If your business uses Apple, Google or Microsoft, download these step-by-step guides for the latest information on cybersecurity.

Follow a list of step-by-step actions to help protect your Apple, Google and Microsoft devices and accounts.

14/08/2025

myID app new security feature

When you set up your myID, your device details are saved under ‘My devices’ in the myID app. A new security feature allows you to delete devices you no longer use. To help keep your account secure, the ATO recommend you remove old devices and any you don’t recognise.

Using myID on a new or multiple devices, updating your details, compatibility and accessibility.