News Bulletin 13 May 2010

The latest Sky News interview - The Federal Budget

Michael Derin talks with Sky News about the impacts the Federal Budget will have on SMEs.

Federal Budget Special Tax Update

Heralded as the fastest “fiscal consolidation” (which means reducing Government deficit and debt accumulation) since the 1960s, Treasurer Wayne Swan delivered the Federal Budget on Tuesday night, 11 May 2010. Surprisingly the budget has been applauded and well received by various industry groups.

Investing using a SMSF

Azure Group's wealth specialist, David Lamb, discusses how a SMSF can invest in many types of assets provided the intention is to provide retirement benefits when the members ultimately retire.

Update: Reportable Employer Super Contributions

A summary of the recent changes to reportable employer super contributions.