This newsletter was published on 16/05/2013. Click here to view the original newsletter.
The end of the financial year is fast approaching and we would like to remind you that the new year brings big changes to your superannuation obligations as an employer.
We are right on top of these amendments, so if you are unsure about how they will affect your business, do read the short list below and get in touch to discuss further – we’d love to hear from you for a chat!
This month we also take you through part 2 of our 3-stage plan for changing the way we work in our office. This includes our new intranet system and why it’s so much better than the old one.
Lastly, we chat to Andrew from Batir Wealth about the #1 reason why you should seek advice from a financial planner about wealth management, you might be surprised by his answer. Scroll down to read the full interview.
Until next time, enjoy the read.
Business Tips
Expert tips and reminders to keep you well-informed.
Have you heard about the new superannuation changes?
On July 1st 2013 new superannuation laws will take effect in Australia and as an employer you are obliged to comply with the new changes. Some of these include:
- New rates for compulsory super payments (increase to 9.25% and eventually up to 12%).
- Super payments for employees aged 70 and over.
- MySuper replaces default super accounts.
- New data and e-commerce standard.
For a full list of the new changes or to discuss how they will affect your business, get in touch with the Cornerstone team.
Cornerstone offers complete account management services for your business, so if you require any further information related to this service please call us and we will be happy to advise you.
What’s New?
Big news and events from the Cornerstone office.
Part 2 of our 3-stage plan: SharePoint
In March we let you know that we have been implementing a new way of working in our office. First we started using Microsoft Lync for instant messaging between colleagues and the second stage is to install a new intranet system.
SharePoint is a part of Microsoft office and is now what we use for our office intranet. We were previously using SharePoint 2007, however we are upgrading to SharePoint 2013.
The 2007 version was previously used as a document hub and sharing facility, working the same way as a website, but only for our staff as an internal source for sharing internal documents. It was easily accessed anywhere, anytime.
The upgrade means we can use SharePoint for the same reasons, but it now also combines a social media aspect which allows us to communicate on the webpage and has all new aspects for project and time management.
The other great feature is that there are many apps to allow you to customise the way it looks to suit your office workflow.
We are really excited to go live with our new site when we have perfected the look and functionality. At the moment, there is so much to learn, but we are finding new and productive ways to use it, and look forward to sharing it with you soon!
Learn more about SharePoint on their website here.
Key Diary Dates
Don’t forget these important upcoming dates!
- 21st May: IAS lodgement due
- 21st May: FBT lodgement due
Customer Spotlight: Batir Wealth
A quick 5 question interview with one of our clients.
We chat to Andrew Crawford about his wealth management business and why he outsources to Cornerstone. Plus, he reveals the #1 reason why you should seek advice from a professional financial planner.
Click here to read the full interview.
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