Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship grants encourage participation of girls and women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics leading to STEM education and careers. This grant opportunity provides funding to grow and expand existing projects that support women and girls regardless of their background to build STEM skills and succeed in high growth employment areas. […]
READ MORENew financial support grants for NSW, SA, WA businesses
Businesses struggling with the COVID-19 Omicron wave of the pandemic have been offered new financial support grants in NSW, SA and WA. These grants have just been announced by the three state governments and will be a very welcome cash injection for struggling small businesses. New South Wales The NSW government has announced a $1b […]
READ MORENew Year Business Ready Checklist
The beginning of the New Year is the perfect time to sit back and reflect on the year that has passed and get excited for the opportunities in the year ahead. Having clear goals set for yourself and your business provides a sense of DIRECTION, MOTIVATION and a clear FOCUS on what you are trying to […]
READ MOREThe 2021 Gold Coast Women in Business Awards
The 2021 Gold Coast Women in Business Awards was held on Friday 26 November. As a firm that specialises in accounting and advisory for business, Walsh Accountants relish the opportunity to sponsor the Gold Coast Women in Business awards as it gives us a unique opportunity to be introduced to so many inspirational and dedicated […]
READ MOREDirector Identification Numbers – applications opened 1 November 2021
On 1 November, applications for Director identification (ID) numbers opened. As part of its Digital Business Plan, the government announced the full implementation of the Modernising Business Registers (MBR) program with the Director ID the first step of the program. In the coming years ASIC & the ABR will come together to join one digital […]
READ MOREWhat triggers an ATO Audit?
Many business owners wonder what triggers an ATO audit and how businesses and individuals are selected from the millions of tax payers every year. Basically, the ATO will data match and look for anomalies (“red flags”). Government data matching has never been as sophisticated as it is today. This fast paced utilisation of technology provides […]
READ MOREGold Coast Women in Business Awards – Nominate NOW!
For many years, Walsh Accountants have had a focus on supporting women entrepreneurship and the significant contribution women make to businesses. As such, in 2016 we made the decision to partner with and sponsor the Gold Coast Women in Business Awards. We love the way these awards celebrate the extraordinary achievements of women. The Gold […]
READ MOREWorking from home? 3 Practical tips for business owners
With COVID-19 impacting businesses across all industries, it may be time to consider if your team can work from home? If this is an option for you, it is essential that you implement procedures and policies that keep your team accountable to ensure continuity of your business Does your team have everything they need to […]
READ MOREBusiness Basics Grant
The Business Basics grants program provides support to businesses to increase core skills and adopt best practice. This support includes funded activities in 5 priorities: Professional business advice Business continuity and succession Training and coaching Website build or upgrades Strategic marketing services Business Basics Grant Program – Key Details Eligible business size: Small […]
READ MOREBudget 2021-22: The Balancing Act Budget
The Federal Treasurer, Mr Josh Frydenberg, handed down the 2021–22 Federal Budget on 11 May 2021. This was possibly the most anticipated budget in history as the government outlines its plans for economic recovery post-COVID. THE BIG NUMBER: Good news is Australia has experienced a stronger than expected economic recovery from the COVID-19 recession. This […]
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