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Under introduced changes by the Australian Business Registry Service (ABRS), effective from 31st October 2021, Company Directors (of all types of companies) will need to register with ASIC and gain a unique 'Director Identification Number' (Director ID) identifier.

Whilst more details are still to be announced by the QLD Government in the coming days, businesses impacted by the latest lockdown restrictions in Queensland may be eligible for financial assistance and support through the 2021 COVID-19 Business Support Grant.

To our valued community of clients, networks, and industry associates,

On Tuesday, 11^th May, Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg handed down the 2021/22 Federal Budget, with a focus on stimulating the domestic economy through measures to better fund the individual taxpayer, increase consumer spending, expand incentive to businesses (allowing them to hire, innovate, and grow), and foster job creation.

As we begin the 2021 Fringe Benefit Tax Year, it is important for SME businesses to continue to maintain their tax obligations - staying current and compliant during the especially unique time.

To help continue to support businesses impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic and those in flood-affected areas following the conclusion of JobKeeper support, the Federal Government has earlier this month announced its SME Recovery Loan Scheme – an extension of the previously released “SME Guarantee Scheme”.

As we approach the end of Quarter 3, 2020/21; this is an important reminder of the upcoming 28^th April 2021 due date for payments of your mandatory employer Superannuation contributions.

The official Archer Gowland Redshaw Building Your Business podcast is back for its second season. Across the series, the AGR Leadership team: Ian Walker, Smiljan Jankovic and Valda Glynn are joined by a range of business leaders, C-Suite and Senior Management professionals as they discuss and provide their insights on the important topics relevant to business owners associated with growing & maintaining their business.

Read our latest Insights article on the newly updated Fuel Tax Credits rates now in effect via the link (blog.agredshaw.com.au)

For businesses managing a vehicle fleet, the Fuel Tax Credits system can be an excellent route for operators to claim full or partial credits for the fuel tax (excise or customs duty) that’s included in the price of fuel.

With businesses now returning to work for 2021 following the Festive/New Year holiday period, a reminder that JobKeeper 2.0 - Phase Two extensions have now taken effect from 4th January 2021 and will run for the period until 28th March 2021.