It's the first Weekly Wrap of the year (financial), and on this week's episode Jo and Jade talk all about -It’s a new Financial Year! -Why you might get a PAYG letter and what to do -Qantas hack -Let’s deep dive into Bendigo Bank -The To-Do List Links The new financial year is here and with it comes several law changes. Here's what to know Qantas cyber-attack: what data was taken and what should I do if I’m affected? Bendigo Bank Check out our next Jigsaw Masterclass: Budget Boss Check out our w...
Jul 03, 2025•43 min
It's the last Weekly Wrap of the year (financial), and on this week's episode Jo and Jade talk all about -Why do investors love gold? -Working from home tax explainer -A special Table of Knowledge with Ronnie Williams -The To-Do List Links Oil and gold prices jump, while shares slip after Israel strikes Iran — as it happened ATO on working from home expenses Support Services 2 You Cafe Beyond Check out our next Jigsaw Masterclass: Budget Boss Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.a...
Jun 26, 2025•46 min
Jade shares some big news before she and Jo talk about -The Big Beautiful Bill -Jim Chalmers is getting set for big tax changes -The quintessentially Aussie, RM Williams -The To-Do List Links What is the Big Beautiful Bill and why are Elon Musk and Donald Trump fighting over it? Chalmers vows to 'dial-up' Labor's ambition for 'bold' tax reform Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au See you next week, Jo and Jade- Co-Host Joel - Producer...
Jun 19, 2025•44 min
It's too cold to do anything except listen to this podcast, and on this one Jo and Jade talk about -A money laundering scheme in Queensland -What you need to know about ATO scams -The history of Newscorp -The To-Do List Links Alleged QLD money laundering organisation dismantled, 4 charged ATO warning over 'deluge' coming for taxpayers in coming weeks: 'Catch you off-guard' Our next webinar - Get SUPER Smart Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au See you next week, Jo and Jade- Co...
Jun 12, 2025•51 min
It's time for the Weekly Wrap, and this week Jo and Jade talk all about -The minimum wage increase -When will student loan relief happen and why isn't it right now! -Everybody should watch The Pitt -Massive make-up mega moguls, Mecca -The To-Do List Links Millions of workers to get 3.5 per cent pay rise after Fair Work Commission annual ruling HECS debts and student loans are set to be slashed. Here is everything you need to know about the 20 per cent reduction Mecca Brands revenues up 25pc to $...
Jun 05, 2025•47 min
It's the WEEEEEEEKLY WRAP!! Jo and Jade are here, and on this weeks episode they breakdown -The Coalition are back together -The ATO are providing additional support for new business owners -Reminder on early lodgement tax traps -Xero, from Linkin Park to 5.8 million tax returns -The To-Do List Links Coalition gets back together after week-long split ATO announces additional support for new small business owners Beware the early lodgment tax trap, CPA Australia warns THE UNTOLD STORY: How Xero t...
May 29, 2025•50 min
It's time for the Weekly Wrap! On this week's episode Jo and Jade talk all about -Coalition implodes -The new super tax -The ATO was not hacked -Afterpay in 1 of 1 segments -The To-Do List Links Shadow ministry decision stalled as Liberals and Nationals negotiate on reunion What is Labor proposing to do with superannuation, and why is it controversial? ATO claims online systems are ‘secure and resilient’ Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au See you next week, Jo and Jade- Co-Ho...
May 22, 2025•49 min
There's a new Pope! and a new Weekly Wrap! On this week's episode Jo and Jade talk all about -Post-election aftermath -Da Pope -A look at Atlassian -The To-Do List Links Sussan Ley becomes first woman to lead Liberal Party Albanese announces new ministry and Littleproud remains Nationals leader — as it happened Atlassian’s AI plans fail to stop $15b value plunge Elizabeth Holmes’s Partner Has a New Blood-Testing Start-Up Occupation and industry specific guides Check out our website: www.accident...
May 15, 2025•54 min
It's the post-election Weekly Wrap, Jo and Jade have voted on it and this is the best podcast to finish (or start) your week. On this weeks episode -There was an election -ATO update us on payday super -A deep dive on BHP -The To-Do List Links Australian Federal Election 2025 Results Payday Super consultation continues FWC decision has implications for SMEs, warns COSBOA Warren Buffett announces plans to retire this year in shock to shareholders Saying ‘Thank You’ to ChatGPT Is Costly. But Maybe...
May 08, 2025•51 min
It's Friday! and the Weekly Wrap is on time! On this weeks episode Jo and Jade talk about -The Canadian elections -Common CGT errors -A deep dive into Aussie business Canva -The To-Do List Links Mark Carney's Liberals fall short of majority in Canadian election Avoid these common CGT errors Cliff Obrecht stirs jumpy Canva investors FOUNDER | Melanie Perkins - Canva Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au See you next week, Jo and Jade- Co-Host Joel - Producer...
May 01, 2025•38 min
The episode is a day late (blame the weather on the South Coast) but it's time for the Weekly Wrap! This week Jo and Jade talk about -Election Promises for small business -Google’s Anti Trust court case heats up -How Jo is using AI to work smarter, not harder -The To-Do List Links Liberals offer help to start-ups and set goal for small business growth Google reports strong earnings amid DoJ antitrust lawsuits and Trump tariffs Working Smarter, Not Harder Webinar Check out our website: www.accide...
Apr 25, 2025•48 min
It's the Easter long weekend, but Jo and Jade are here for the Weekly Wrap! On this weeks episode they talk about -Housing becomes the focus of the election -Prada makes a purchase -More FBT -The To-Do List Links Labor and the Coalition are promising more housing supply and first home buyer help. What will it mean? Prada buys Versace in €1.25bn deal uniting Italy’s biggest fashion brands Panache Financial Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au See you next week, Jo and Jade- Co-H...
Apr 17, 2025•48 min
It's Jo's Birthday! To celebrate Jade and Jo are joined by Mel to talk all about FBT and also -There's an election going on? -Carnage on the financial markers -SMSF be warned -A chat with Melissa about FBT on Motor Vehicles Links Wondering how Trump's new tariffs were calculated? It will shock you SMSF sector ‘not immune’ to cyber attacks, warns software specialist Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au See you next week, Jo and Jade- Co-Host Joel - Producer...
Apr 10, 2025•49 min
It's time for the Weekly Wrap! Jo and Jade decided to watch Donald Trump's speech before they recorded and so are full of energy! This week they talk about -Liberation Day for the USA? -The Federal Election has been called -FBT is back in the Table of Knowledge -The To-Do List Links The federal election has been called for May 3. Here's how you enrol to vote Donald Trump's 'Reciprocal Tariffs' chart explained Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au See you next week, Jo and Jade- ...
Apr 03, 2025•46 min
After a one week break while Jo climbed a mountain the Weekly Wrap is back! On this week’s episode -The budget -We say goodbye to another clothing retailer -The ATO small business benchmarks have been released -The To-Do List Links Nedd Brockman Federal budget winners and losers Clothing retailer Jeanswest collapses, with 90 stores to close and hundreds of jobs lost ATO releases new small business benchmarks for 100 industries How would Peter Dutton's proposed fuel excise cut work? Here's what w...
Mar 27, 2025•43 min
Jo and Jade are back for a new edition of the Weekly Wrap! On this week's episode -The tariff trade war has begun -ATO focuses -Electric vehicles -Let’s talk payroll -The To-Do List Links Albanese says 'unjustified' US tariffs on Australia poor way to treat a friend Cost of ‘loophole’ EV tax break blows out to half a billion dollars Small business focus areas TPAR Non-lodgment advice Modern awards National Employment Standards Jigsaw Masterclass Series Check out our website: www.accidentalbookke...
Mar 14, 2025•56 min
Jo and Jade are back with the Weekly Wrap! Just a technical note, Jo's microphone was having some issues this week and cuts out a fair bit, a solution is already on the way and it should be fixed by next week. On this weeks episode -The WGEA data on the gender pay gap -Richard White and the art of board governance -Murdoch and Family Harmony -The To-Do List Links Wage Gap Report What is the WiseTech scandal engulfing the software giant, and who is Richard White? Details inside the Murdoch family...
Mar 06, 2025•43 min
Jade is back on the podcast! She and Jo are here for the Weekly Wrap and on this weeks episode they talk about -Who is Steven Bendel? -The naughty corner returns -The E-myth -The To-Do List Links ATO likely to face difficulties in appealing Bendel decision, says law firm Mike Cannon-Brookes wins injunction as asset split with wife gets ugly Meet the accountant linked to Sydney’s most infamous tax scammers Jigsaw Masterclass Series Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au Also check...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr
After a one week break, Jo is back with a new Weekly Wrap. On this weeks episode. -An interest rates cut -The world of AI -What's your role in business? -The To-Do List Links Interest rates cut after four years Why the AI world is suddenly obsessed with a 160-year-old economics paradox ATO clarification on GST treatment of sunscreen Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au Also check our TikTok and YouTube See you next week, Jo - Host Joel - Producer...
Feb 20, 2025•34 min
It's time for the Weekly Wrap! On this weeks episode Jo talks about -Trump's tariffs -ATO issues warning about online tax scam -Trust -The To-Do List Links China retaliates with tariffs on US goods after Trump imposes new levies Check before you act: ATO impersonation scams Tax schemes Labor uses Treasury to claim Coalition's tax-free lunch policy would cost $1.6b a year, prompting Coalition anger Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au Also check our TikTok and YouTube See you ne...
Feb 06, 2025•45 min
It's time for the Weekly Wrap! Jo is here to talk about a big week in the world of AI, help out with some tricky ATO returns and also -December's CPI figure -DeepSeek turns the AI world on its head -Meme coins galore in cryptocurrency -The To-Do List Links Coles Nurture Fund ATO not for profit self review return What is DeepSeek, and why did the AI startup cause US tech stocks to fall? Rate cut chances increase after inflation slows in final quarter of 2024 Check out our website: www.accidentalb...
Jan 30, 2025•39 min
Jo and Alicia take a seat at the Table of Knowledge to dissect what the difference is between a business and a hobby. They look at what you need to know to avoid getting hit with a big tax fine. Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au Until next week, Jo and Alicia- Hosts Joel - Producer
Jan 26, 2025•1 hr 3 min
It is time for the Weekly Wrap! The new year is fully in swing and this week Jo talks about -The value of our big brands -How the new anti-laundering changes might affect your business -Peter Dutton promises tax-free lunches -The To-Do List Links TikTok restoring US service after Donald Trump pledges to delay ban Woolworths and Coles remain top Aussie brands despite court action Peter Dutton promises tax-free lunches, accuses Labor of 'sugar hit' policies AUSTRAC In The Room with Lin-Manuel Mira...
Jan 23, 2025•34 min
It's a Friday and that means it the new timeslot for the Weekly Wrap! On this week's episode Jo talks about -How will AI and Free Speech impact 2025? -Our new favourite saying -Holiday wrap up -The To-Do List Links TikTok is set to be banned in the US this weekend. Here's what that actually means After Trump's election win, Meta is firing fact checkers and making big changes...
Jan 16, 2025•36 min
It's our first podcast of the year, and Jo breaks down what you can expect from the show as we traverse 2025! Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au Also check our TikTok and YouTube See you next week, Jo - Host Joel - Producer
Jan 12, 2025•17 min
It's the final Weekly Wrap of the year, so Jo is here to talk all about -The start of next years Election Campaign -Murdock's Succession -RBA keeps rates steady -The final habit of highly successful people -The To-Do List Links The RBA is preparing for all economic scenarios, including an interest rate hike Rupert Murdoch had a succession plan for his media empire. What happens now a court's rejected it? Labor pitches $1bn fund for new childcare centres, minimum three days subsidised care Dutton...
Dec 15, 2024•39 min
Don't let the ATO be the Grinch this Christmas! On this episode of the Table of Knowledge Jo and Alicia talk all about Christmas Parties. The pitfalls and challenges you need to face while hosting a Christmas party to make sure your year finishes on a high! Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au Until next week, Jo and Alicia- Hosts Joel - Producer
Dec 12, 2024•48 min
Christmas is imminent, but Jo is here to talk about -Another group of ATO fraudsters -New GDP figures -Bitcoin is off the charts -TikTok in US Court -The sixth habit of highly effective people -The To-Do List Links Australia's economy growing at slowest pace in decades, propped up by government spending Construction boss George Alex jailed for conspiring to defraud ATO of more than $10 million Court upholds US law forcing ban or sale of Tiktok by Chinese owner ByteDance Check out our website: ww...
Dec 08, 2024•24 min
Just like Summer the Weekly Wrap is now here! This week Jo talks about -Jo has been all around the country this week -Black Friday sales -Canberra has been busy -An expensive banana -The fifth habit of successful people -The To-Do List Links Black Friday sales set to be biggest on record as shoppers prepare to spend billions on bargains After a busy week in parliament, Anthony Albanese now has all he needs to trigger an election Crypto entrepreneur eats banana art he bought for $6.2m Check out o...
Dec 01, 2024•36 min
On this week's Table of Knowledge, Martin is joined by Katherine Spanner from Sensible Business Solutions and talk about cyber security and why making sure you have the correct procedures is vital for your small business. Brought to you by Evaluate Your Business Check out our website: www.accidentalbookkeeper.com.au Also check our TikTok and YouTube Until next week, Martin - Host Joel - Producer...
Nov 27, 2024•15 min
