Legends Bookkeeping Pty Ltd

08/06/2026

🚫 Our office will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday 09th June, due to a planned power outage. We'll be back 8.30am on Wednesday!

27/05/2026

Were you aware of the service disruptions to Xero recently?

For a full week, the platform experienced a series of outages which caused an immediate ripple effect delaying and interrupting client workflows.

As a business owner, you may not have noticed it, but as bookkeepers we sure did!! (and may have banged our heads on the desk a couple of times) Thankfully, no deadlines were missed in the process.

Xero acknowledged the service disruptions and have offered compensation to subscription holders. If you are the subscription holder of your Xero file, you should have received an email providing you with information on how to apply for a credit to your Xero account. If you haven't received the email, be sure to check your junk folder!

22/04/2026

✨️ Reminder for all of our WA clients & followers, both Saturday 25th and Monday 27th of April are recognised Public Holidays for Anzac Day

Monday 27 April is a public holiday in ACT, NSW and WA.

It’s a normal day if you work in NT, QLD, SA, TAS or VIC.

Reminder: Saturday 25 April is a public holiday in all states and territories.

We have info about the Anzac Day public holidays in each state and territory, plus info about your public holiday entitlements here: https://www.fairwork.gov.au/employment-conditions/public-holidays

14/04/2026

A GST tip you NEED to know 👇

That extra 10% you collect? It’s not yours, it belongs to the ATO.

We love seeing our clients set this aside in a separate bank account. No nasty surprises when the BAS comes around and they're set up to pay on time - what a win win 👏

09/04/2026

Stop making this common & expensive mistake 👇

Mixing business and personal finances makes reconciling, BAS & tax time harder than it needs to be.

Keep your personal finances - yes, we're referring to those sneaky coffee's & personal groceries - out of the business bank account. Not only will you save yourself time but you'll receive fewer nagging emails from your bookkeeper asking for paperwork or further clarification (that's us! 🫣)

Save this for later ✔️

02/04/2026

Reminder that our office will be closed from 5pm today and re-opening on Tuesday at 8:30am

Take your time and don't forget double demerits if you are driving. Wishing you all a safe & relaxing Easter weekend (with an abundance of chocolate, of course!)

01/04/2026

Hello April 👋

The end of another quarter and we are ready to get going!!

Pencil these due dates into your April calendar:

✅ Monthly BAS (March 2026)
📌 Due: 21 April 2026

✅ Super Guarantee (Jan-Mar Quarter)
📌 Due: 28 April 2026

✅ Payroll Tax (WA – March Wages)
📌 Due: 7 April 2026

✅ Construction Long Service Leave – MyLeave WA
📌 Jan-Mar 2026 return & levy due: 15 April 2026

✅ Child Support Deductions (if applicable)
📌 Amounts withheld must be paid according to the notice issued by Services Australia

✅ STP Reporting
📌 Ensure all payroll is reported correctly and up to date

⚠️ Tips

Missing the 28 April super deadline may result in Super Guarantee Charge (SGC) (non-deductible) - if you haven't moved to Pay Day super yet, now would be a good time to consider doing so

Keep an eye on public holidays (Easter/ANZAC Day) affecting workflows

27/03/2026

Myth vs Fact 👇

❌ Myth: I only need a bookkeeper at tax time
✅ Fact: Good bookkeeping saves money all year

Staying on top of your books year-round means fewer surprises, better decisions, and more money in your pocket.

Do you agree?

12/01/2026

🗓️ What IS Payday Super?

From 1 July 2026, employers must pay Superannuation Guarantee (SG) contributions at the same time they pay employees’ wages and salaries, not quarterly as they do now.

💰 When Super Must Be Paid

SG must be calculated for each pay cycle and received by the employee’s super fund within 7 business days of payday (exceptions apply in limited cases, like first-time contributions for new employees).

📊 New SG Rules and Definitions

A new earnings measure, “Qualifying Earnings” (QE), will be used to calculate SG contributions.

The maximum contributions base will change from quarterly to an annual cap for some schemes.

🚫 Small Business Super Clearing House (SBSCH)

The Australian Taxation Office’s Small Business Superannuation Clearing House will close because it’s not suitable for high frequency (payday) processing. Employers need to use alternative systems.

🧠 Why the Reform Is Happening

It’s designed to reduce unpaid and late super payments (a persistent problem costing billions yearly), improve transparency and compliance, and help workers see their super grow sooner.

More frequent payments also mean contributions can start earning returns sooner, potentially enhancing retirement balances over time.

📌 What Employers Need to Do Before 2026

Review and update payroll systems and processes.

Ensure clearing/banking systems are aligned with shorter payment windows.

Test systems to handle frequent contributions and reporting requirements.

📈 Impacts & Considerations

Employers may face cash flow and administrative changes since they can no longer hold super money for months.

Stiffer penalties and better ATO detection are expected for late or missed payments

07/01/2026

New Year, same us!

We are back on board and ready to tackle 2026 head on

Starting the new year organised = less stress later

Here are your January 2026 Deadlines (WA)

✅ Monthly BAS (December 2025)
📌 Due: 21 January 2026

✅ Super Guarantee (Oct–Dec Quarter)
📌 Due: 28 January 2026

✅ Payroll Tax (WA – December Wages)
📌 Due: 14 January 2026

✅ Construction Long Service Leave – MyLeave WA
📌 Oct–Dec 2025 return & levy due: 21 January 2026

✅ Child Support Deductions (if applicable)
📌 Amounts withheld must be paid according to the notice issued by Services Australia

✅ STP Reporting
📌 Ensure all payroll is reported correctly and up to date

✨ Want to stay compliant without the overwhelm?
📩 DM us or phone us on 08 9581 1638 to book a consult. We’ll keep your books sorted so you can focus on running your business.