April 2014 Market Update

There is always something for investors to be concerned about and right now the crisis involving Ukraine is that something.  Following the latest “revolution”, tensions in the Ukraine threaten a war on the European Union’s doorstep, which could disrupt Eurozone gas...

ATO Announced changes to Super Contribution Limits

The Australian Taxation office has released information around the contribution thresholds for superannuation members for the 2014-2015 income year. The Key Changes are as follows and will have implication for clients who are salary packaging to superannuation and...

Happy New Year – Market Update

Happy New Year! With 2013 almost a distant memory we hope you have had some relaxation time over the summer and opportunities to catch up with family and friends. This is a great time of year to reflect on what you have achieved and review your goals for life over the...

New Federal Government Confirms its Super and Tax Plans

The Coalition Government has confirmed its position on a range of previously announced super and tax issues, as part of its mid-year economic and fiscal outlook.   To help you understand how this may affect you, we’ve summed up the key highlights below.   Super...

Happy 30th Anniversary to the Floating of the Aussie Dollar!

Today marks 30 years since our dollar was floated against international currencies.  Today with some rate lowering by our Reserve Bank the Australian Dollar is around $0.91 US cents.  Here is an update to an article we wrote back in 2010 when the dollar hit above...