Your Biz Accounting & Bookkeeping

Your Biz Accounting & Bookkeeping We support you through every stage of your business journey — not just at tax time. Since 2003 All of this in one place.

As our start in this industry was as bookkeepers we have a great understanding of what it takes to run a business, the day to day grind, staff management, payroll and super obligations. We don't just crunch the numbers at the end of the year but can assist you along the way offering our skills in bookkeeping, account management, tax planning, tax accounting and business advice. We specialise in mi

cro to small business of all types as well as wage earners. We also have associates to offer financial planning, mortgage broking and SMSF. Our clients always come first and we value each and every one of you no matter how big or small and can offer the full financial package at an affordable price. We also specialise in assisting people that are new to Australia in understanding our taxation system and their obligations as a taxpayer.

📅 Payday Super starts next week, here's what changesFrom 1 July, super contributions must reach your employee's super fu...
24/06/2026

📅 Payday Super starts next week, here's what changes

From 1 July, super contributions must reach your employee's super fund within 7 business days of each payday. Every time. No exceptions.

What you need to check before July 1:

→ Is your payroll software updated?

→ Still using the ATO Clearing House? It closes June 30, best to find an alternative now

→ Do you have cash flow to support more frequent super payments?

→ Are your employees' super fund details correct?

The start date applies to every employer regardless of size or industry. One week to go. Don't get caught out! 💼 Get in contact if need help with your payroll and super

⚽ Nobody wins a World Cup with zero preseason.But so many business owners try to "win" at tax time with zero prep all ye...
22/06/2026

⚽ Nobody wins a World Cup with zero preseason.

But so many business owners try to "win" at tax time with zero prep all year?
Tax time can be a bigger win for the ones who did the work early, tracking expenses, keeping receipts, staying on top of their books quarter by quarter.

The ones who scramble every July are turning up to the final without playing a single qualifier. And it shows.

The good news? It's never too late to build better habits for next year.

- Start a system for your receipts and records
- Track expenses as they happen, not months later
- Stay across your BAS every quarter
- Have support in your corner all year round - not just at tax time

Preparation is the difference between lifting the trophy and watching from the sidelines. 🏆

Ever wondered why a round of drinks costs so much in Australia?Spoiler: the ATO has a lot to do with it.Here's the break...
19/06/2026

Ever wondered why a round of drinks costs so much in Australia?
Spoiler: the ATO has a lot to do with it.

Here's the breakdown:

🍺 Beer - taxed on how strong it is. Full strength packaged beer sits at around $63.75 per litre of alcohol in excise. Draught beer gets a bit of a break - the government actually froze its tax increases until 2027. Your local pub earned that one.

🥃 Spirits - buckle up. Whisky, rum, vodka, gin - all taxed at $107.99 per litre of alcohol as of this year. Australia is the third highest taxed country for spirits in the world. Only Iceland and Norway pay more. Cheers to that. 🙃

🍷 Wine - here's where it gets interesting. Wine doesn't follow the same rules at all. It's taxed at 29% of its wholesale value - so the more expensive the bottle, the more tax is paid. A $10 cleanskin and a $100 shiraz are taxed very differently - not because of alcohol content, but because of price.

Cheers to the ATO's cut

No Tax Return Bookings in JulyWe don't open tax return bookings in July because we care about getting it right. First ti...
17/06/2026

No Tax Return Bookings in July

We don't open tax return bookings in July because we care about getting it right. First time.

The ATO needs time to process your PAYG, interest, dividends and other income - and rushing that process often means amendments later. We'd rather wait a few extra weeks and lodge a return that's accurate, complete, and working in your favour.

(If you have shares, a super intent to claim, or any other deductions, have those details ready. You'd be surprised how easy they are to forget come tax time! 😅)

2026 tax return bookings open in August.

Imagine being taxed for being singleIt happened.In the early 1900s, several US states introduced - or seriously tried to...
12/06/2026

Imagine being taxed for being single

It happened.

In the early 1900s, several US states introduced - or seriously tried to introduce - a bachelor tax. Unmarried men over a certain age were charged an annual fee simply for not being married.

The government's logic: single men weren't contributing to society the way married men were. No wife. No children. No tax break for you. Actually — extra tax for you.

Missouri passed one in 1821. Rome had a version of it under Augustus Caesar in 18 BC. The UK debated it multiple times. Even Australia had the conversation in the early 1900s.

It never became widespread - but for a while there, being single was genuinely a taxable condition.

🤠 Don't be a cowboy when it comes to your tax return Tax return season is coming and the clients who get the most out of...
10/06/2026

🤠 Don't be a cowboy when it comes to your tax return

Tax return season is coming and the clients who get the most out of it are always the ones who kept good records throughout the year.

You don't need a fancy system. You just need a system.

Start here:
📁 One folder - physical or digital - for all your receipts and invoices
📱 A habit of logging expenses when they happen not when you remember
🚗 A simple car log if you use your vehicle for work
🏠 A note of your work from home hours if you're claiming home office expenses
🧾 Bank statements separated by business and personal where possible

The difference between a well prepared tax return and a scrambled one isn't just stress - it's deductions. Missed receipts mean missed claims. Missed claims mean you pay more tax than you need to.

Don't leave money with the ATO that belongs in your pocket. Start collating now.

"Wait... what even is a BAS?"You're not alone. It's one of the most googled questions by new business owners in Australi...
05/06/2026

"Wait... what even is a BAS?"

You're not alone. It's one of the most googled questions by new business owners in Australia and honestly, it's not explained nearly enough.

BAS stands for Business Activity Statement. In plain English it's basically your regular check-in with the ATO where you tell them how much GST you've collected from customers, how much GST you've paid on your own expenses, and hand over the difference.

If you've been charging your customers GST - that 10% on top of your prices - that money isn't yours to keep. The BAS is how you pay it back to the government, and claim back what you're owed on your end.

Do you have to do it?
Only if you're registered for GST. And you have to register for GST once your turnover hits $75,000 a year. Under that? It's optional, but there are reasons you might still want to.

How often?
Most small businesses lodge quarterly. Some monthly, some annually. The ATO sets this based on your situation

The good news? You don't have to figure any of this out alone. We handle BAS lodgements for our clients so nothing gets missed and nothing gets lodged late.

🚨 Fun tax fact of the dayIn Australia (and the US too), illegal income is technically still taxable income. The law does...
03/06/2026

🚨 Fun tax fact of the day

In Australia (and the US too), illegal income is technically still taxable income. The law doesn't have a carve-out for dodgy earnings.

The ATO wants their cut - legal or not. 👀

Moral of the story: nobody escapes the taxman. Even Al Capone.

We know you're keen. We are too. But not yet.Every year we get the emails and calls: "Can I book my tax return in July?"...
01/06/2026

We know you're keen. We are too. But not yet.

Every year we get the emails and calls: "Can I book my tax return in July?"

And every year the answer is: not quite yet - and here's why.

In July, your PAYG, interest, dividends and other income is still making its way onto the ATO's systems. Lodge too early and we'll likely need to amend it when the rest comes through.

We also can't count the number of times a client has forgotten about shares, a side income, or an intent to claim on super - details that matter and that we want to get right.

Our 2026 tax return bookings open in August. Save yourself the hassle of an amendment and book after July. 😊

Things nobody tells you before you start a business - If only someone had handed you a list. 📋Here are the things most n...
29/05/2026

Things nobody tells you before you start a business - If only someone had handed you a list. 📋

Here are the things most new business owners find out the hard way - usually at the worst possible time:

1. You need an ABN before you earn your first dollar. Not after. Before.

2. GST registration isn't optional once you hit $75,000 in annual turnover. And yes, the ATO will notice if you don't register.

3. BAS is a thing now. Every quarter (or every month). Forever. It stands for Business Activity Statement and it's how you report your GST to the ATO. Welcome to your new recurring calendar event.

4. You need to set aside money for tax. It doesn't come out automatically like it did when you were employed. Many new business owners get to their first tax return and discover they owe far more than they expected. It hurts.

5. Super is still your responsibility. If you have employees - or even some contractors, you're legally required to pay their superannuation. Miss it and you'll face penalties.

6. "I'll sort the books out later" is a trap. Later becomes the end of the financial year. Then it becomes an emergency.

7. A bookkeeper is not a luxury. It's the thing that lets you actually focus on your business instead of your receipts.

None of this is designed to scare you, starting a business is one of the best things you can do. But knowing the admin side early makes everything so much smoother.

If you're just starting out or playing catch-up, we'd love to help you get set up properly.

Local, friendly, no jargon. Based in Wanneroo since 2003. 👋

Address

1A/8 Villanova Street
Wanneroo, WA
6065

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+61893062274

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