2026-27 Federal Budget — A Night of Significant Change

The 2026-27 Federal Budget, delivered by Treasurer Jim Chalmers on the evening of 12 May 2026, is one of the most significant overhauls of the Australian tax system in nearly three decades. In a single budget, the Government has made changes to capital gains tax, negative gearing, trust distributions, superannuation, electric vehicles, research and development,…

Small Business Month

Small Business, Big Impact May is Small Business Month and a good moment to reflect on what small business owners across Australia achieve every day. We work with small business owners constantly and we know the reality: the long hours, the cash flow pressures, the juggling act of wearing every hat. That’s why this month…

Australian Manufacturing Week

Manufacturing Takes Centre Stage This May May marks Australian Manufacturing Week, and the timing is particularly relevant. The pandemic exposed the vulnerabilities of just‑in‑time global sourcing, and recent shifts in global geopolitics and energy markets have reinforced these challenges. At the same time, a strong local manufacturing sector is more important than ever, presenting significant…

Countdown to 30 June: Essential EOFY Actions

With 30 June approaching, now is the time to review your position and make sure everything is in order before year-end. EOFY is a busy period with strict cut-off dates, and acting early gives you more control over your tax position and helps avoid missed deductions or compliance issues. It is particularly important this year…

AML/CTF Tranche 2 Update

As we outlined last month in our newsletter from 1 July 2026 Advivo will need to comply with Tranche 2 of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism legislation. Australia lags much of the rest of the world in terms of legislation designed to make it more difficult to launder money, engage in the financing of terrorist…

Rising Fuel Costs: What Businesses Should Be Aware Of

Fuel prices are once again attracting attention across Australia, with many businesses noticing increases at the bowser. While fuel prices naturally fluctuate over time, a range of global and economic factors can contribute to upward pressure. For businesses that rely on vehicles, freight, or regular travel, fuel is often a necessary operating expense. Even relatively…

Strategic Decision-Making Made Easy – the One-Page Plan

We have all been there. A new strategy or project is developed with good intent, yet the transition from concept to implementation becomes frustrating. The process can feel overly complex, disjointed, time-consuming and more costly than expected. Very few strategy implementations or projects involve only one person. It is therefore reasonable to conclude that successful…