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In January 2026, news that the US Department of Justice had opened an investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell sent shockwaves through global financial markets. While the issue centres on alleged misstatements to Congress regarding a renovation project, the broader concern is far more significant: political pressure on central bank independence, a foundation of…
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Financial abuse is gaining overdue attention in Australia, with recent calls for stronger penalties against perpetrators of coercive financial fraud. As highlighted in a recent ABC News report, victims are often left with serious tax, debt, and legal consequences for actions they never consented to. This growing issue reinforces why working with a trusted accountant…
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From 1 January 2026, a significant update to Victoria’s Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT) has come into effect. This change expands the tax to include undeveloped residential land that has remained vacant for five or more years, marking an important shift in the state’s property taxation framework.
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Australia’s November 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, released today, provides encouraging signs that inflation is beginning to cool, reducing pressure on the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to further increase interest rates.
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As Australia heads into 2026, the next few weeks will be crucial in shaping the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) monetary policy direction. With upcoming data releases on inflation (CPI) and employment, analysts and businesses alike are watching closely to see whether conditions may prompt a rate hike in February. For tailored financial guidance during…
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Since our last update, both ANZ and Westpac have revised their interest rate forecasts, joining the rest of the Big Four Banks. Together, they’re now signalling a clear message — no rate cuts expected in 2026, with the possibility of a rate hike if inflation remains stubborn. This outlook underscores the importance of financial preparedness,…
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As the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) releases the latest National Accounts, the December 2025 update provides valuable insight into how the economy is tracking — and what it could mean for households, business owners, and investors. Understanding these trends is essential, and working with a trusted accountant Box Hill can help you interpret how…
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The latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows that Australia’s labour market remains relatively tight, with the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate steady at 4.3%. This update plays a crucial role in shaping expectations for interest rates in 2026, a key consideration for households, business owners, and investors working closely with their trusted…
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The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept the cash rate steady at 3.6% at its December meeting, a decision broadly anticipated by markets. Yet the tone of the latest statement signals a shift in direction — one that reinforces the value of partnering with an experienced accountant in Box Hill to navigate what may be…
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The latest inflation release has again reshaped Australia’s monetary policy outlook, with October headline inflation rising to 3.8% and trimmed-mean inflation hitting 3.3%, both above the RBA’s target range of 2-3%. How will this affect the RBA’s future decisions?