10/06/2026
🔍 Ever had that sinking feeling when you realise the ATO could come knocking on your door? That’s exactly what happens when a Director Penalty Notice (DPN) lands in your inbox. If your company falls behind on PAYG, GST, luxury car tax, wine equalisation tax or super guarantee charges, the ATO can freeze your company’s ability to pay and then hold you personally on the hook once the notice period expires.
Non-lockdown DPNs can strike after 21 days; lockdown DPNs give you zero days. Miss the window, and you’re on the line for thousands. And with the ATO issuing more DPNs post-pandemic, you can’t afford blind spots.
💡 What to do:
Stay on top of your obligations. Don’t let lodgements slip.
Seek clarity. If you get a DPN, act fast, talk to your advisor, get a payment plan in place.
Build a buffer. Set aside cash for super and PAYG so you’re never caught short. Profit First is the perfect solution for this.
You didn’t start your business to wrestle with unexpected personal liability. We can help you stay DPN-free. Book a call via our website and let’s chat about bulletproofing your compliance.
http://precisionadvantage.com.au/book-an-appointment/