Month: June 2024

Buyers of rural properties need to be careful that they obtain appropriate advice from their accountant or solicitor before determining in what name or names an acquisition will be made. These decisions are crucial in possibly minimising personal liability, to take advantage of different tax treatments, to minimise capital gains […]

Reel in the health benefits of fishing on Sunday 13 October. The Australian Recreational Fishing Foundation, the national peak body for recreational fishing is gearing up to celebrate national Gone Fishing Day on Sunday October 13 this year. This annual event not only celebrates the cherished tradition of fishing but […]

Rathdowney residents acknowledged the contribution of former Division Three Councillor Virginia West with an afternoon tea last month. The Councillor, who held her position for 20 years before standing down prior to the last election, had formed close ties with the Rathdowney community which she maintained even after Rathdowney became […]

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is warning taxpayers against rushing to lodge their tax returns on 1 July. ATO Assistant Commissioner Rob Thomson said those who lodge in early July are twice as likely to make a mistake in their tax return. ‘Tax time is not a race, and there […]

SCENIC RIM families have been asked to take on an important environmental project during the current school holidays. The Invasive Species Council wants them to step up and join the fire ant fight over the break A spokesperson for the council said the project was simple as all they were […]