AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCard Surcharge Fallout: Small businesses still face card-processing costs after the surcharge ban began on October 1. Some are offering cash discounts, while critics say the change was poorly communicated: the government knew of the ATO plan months before businesses were told. Trust Tax: Labor’s proposed 30% minimum tax on trusts could exceed 60% in some circumstances, raising concerns for family businesses and prompting calls for clearer details. Workplace Rules: Clerical workers covered by the Clerks Award will gain a right to request working from home; the Fair Work Commission rejected COSBOA’s bid for a six-month delay, but requests remain subject to agreement. Business Support: COSBOA has joined industry calls for better consultation on complex reforms, as small firms warn that policy changes are adding to pressure.
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