Business By Design
Business by Design is the podcast for owners who want to start, scale or exit a business. Each week, Stuart Wemyss and Mena Abraham unpack the four things every business must get right: value, engine, reach and team. Using the VERT flywheel, they show how these fit together to build a business that runs without you, and how the choices you make inside the business flow through to your personal wealth, lifestyle and exit options. Every episode is short and to the point, with no fluff and no sales pitches.
Business By Design
Ep 159: Best of 2025- Tax changes for 2025-26 financial year
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In this episode, Mena and Stuart unpack the latest tax updates for the 2025–26 financial year, helping listeners navigate changes that could impact their personal finances and business planning. They kick off with the Super Guarantee (SG) increase to 12%, highlighting what this means for employers and employees alike. Next, they discuss the end of deductions for ATO interest charges, a significant shift that removes tax relief on General Interest Charges (GIC) and Shortfall Interest Charges (SIC) from 1 July.
Listeners will learn about the $150 energy rebate, a 30% home battery discount, and the extended $20,000 instant asset write-off, with a caution that this may drop to $1,000 next year. Mena and Stuart also cover PAYG withholding cycle adjustments, Victorian payroll tax threshold increases, and changes to luxury car tax for fuel-efficient vehicles.
With the Transfer Balance Cap (TBC) rising to $2 million, the duo explains opportunities for superannuation strategy ahead of retirement. They also remind businesses of upcoming reporting deadlines, including Single Touch Payroll (STP) finalisation by 14 July and PAYG variations. It’s a must-listen for staying informed and proactive with your 2025–26 tax strategy
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