Australian Bookkeepers Network

13/01/2026

In for 2026: Progress over perfection, being PROactive instead of REactive 👍

Out for 2026: Comparing yourself to other business owners, ignoring self-care until you hit burn out

This time of year is great for resolutions, goals, and the classic "ins and outs for the year". What's on your Ins and Outs list for 2026? What are you going to do MORE or LESS of this year?

12/01/2026

“The next 12 months will be transformative for super compliance. Bookkeepers have an essential role in helping clients navigate these changes confidently,” Peter Thorp, ABA/ABN Director, says.

Read more here: https://austbook.net/news/payday-super-preparing-for-the-biggest-change-in-2026

09/01/2026

This first week returning to work can often feel oddly heavy, even when you love what you do! So here's some Friday assurance if you need it.

If your brain hasn't been fully “on” this week, that’s normal 🧡

You don’t need to have the whole year figured out in Week 1 👏

2026 will still be 'your year', even if you spent most of this week longing for a nap 😴

07/01/2026

2026 will be bringing one of the biggest changes to the tax system in decades - Payday Super!

How are you feeling about the changes that are right on our doorstop now that we're officially in 2026?

06/01/2026

Are YOU ready for Payday Super? 👀

🚨 Payday Super is coming, and it’s not a small change!

Payday Super is shaping up to be the biggest change to the tax system in decades, and it will fundamentally change how employers manage super from 2026.

Bookkeepers will be on the frontline as they guide their clients through new payroll triggers, tighter compliance, and real-time ATO monitoring.

We are working closely with the ATO to bring members early insights, guidance, and practical tools as systems are developed so you’re not scrambling at the last minute.

The next 12 months are about preparation, not panic.

Read more about it here: https://austbook.net/news/payday-super-preparing-for-the-biggest-change-in-2026

05/01/2026

Happy New Year, Bookkeepers!

Wondering what’s new in 2026?
Several important developments are set to roll out next year, many of which will streamline processes and strengthen security across the profession.

💪 Stronger identity security in ATO services

Driver’s licences will soon be recognised alongside passports as primary identity documents. This lifts the percentage of the population able to reach a Strong myID security level from about half to near total, significantly reducing the risks and downstream impacts of cyber compromise.

“This is a big win for both agents and clients,” Peter Thorp, ABN Director notes. “Stronger identity verification protects everyone involved.”

Read more here: https://www.ato.gov.au/online-services/online-services-for-individuals-and-sole-traders/increase-your-online-security-with-myid

🔀Streamlined GIC/SIC remission process

From 22 January, a new framework of specific application forms will simplify and accelerate requests for general and shortfall interest charge remissions, improving consistency and reducing processing times.

Read more here: https://www.ato.gov.au/tax-and-super-professionals/for-tax-professionals/tax-professionals-newsroom/changes-to-interest-and-ftl-penalty-remission-requests

✨Enhancements to the ATO app

The ATO is continuing to expand the app’s functionality. If you haven’t yet encouraged clients to use it—or explored its full range of features yourself—now is a great time to settle in. The app now includes tools for super, tax estimates, record keeping, myDeductions, payment plans, and faster access to ATO online services.

Read more here: https://www.ato.gov.au/about-ato/consultation/in-detail/stakeholder-relationship-groups-key-messages/tax-profession-digital-implementation-group/tax-profession-digital-implementation-group-key-messages-3-september-2025

👀Payday Super looms

“Payday Super is the most significant tax system shift we’ve seen in decades,” says Peter Thorp. “There’s no doubt the transition will be challenging, but we’ll be right there backing our bookkeepers as they help clients navigate the changes and stay compliant without added pressure.”

Read more here: https://austbook.net/news/cash-flow-crunch-coming-with-payday-super

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas from everyone here at ABN! 🎄🎁

We hope you have a restful holiday period, and we can't wait to see you in 2026!

19/12/2025

From all of us here at ABN, thank you for your dedication, professionalism and resilience throughout 2025.

Wishing you, your family and your clients a safe, restful and cyber-secure Christmas, and an exciting year of opportunity ahead in 2026.

Our office will be closed from the 22nd Dec - 4th Jan 🎄

See you in the New Year! 🎆

10/12/2025

A business that is “sale ready” is inevitably also a business worth holding onto. Australian Bookkeepers Network (ABN) Director Peter Thorp, says that a business that is truly sale ready is likely to be delivering its owner good profits, a satisfying work mix, great clients to work with, and importantly a better quality of life.

In our Build Grow Succeed (your way) Digital Event, we look at the elements that make a business more valuable and more saleable. The most highly saleable of businesses possess these elements; but interestingly those elements also build businesses that you are happy to continue to own as they offer rewarding and enjoyable work, great financial returns and an asset that continues to grow in value.

The Digital Event will give you some valuable tips to improve the value of your business irrespective of when you're planning to exit it.

Find out more, and get your digital ticket, at buildgrowsucceed.com.au

09/12/2025

Amongst the Christmas todo lists and the end of year client wrap ups, make sure you finish the year strong and compliant by completing your QMS before you log off for 2025!

Recent survey data identified around 60% of BAS Agents still haven’t got a completed Quality Management System — even though it’s mandatory under the Code of Professional Conduct.

Why should you act before year-end?
✔️ Compliance: a QMS is mandatory under the Code.
✔️ Renewal confidence: your 2026 TPB declaration rests on having it documented.
✔️ Clean slate: roll into January with your QMS done and a maintenance plan set.

The EASIEST way to complete your QMS before the year's end is with ABN's QMS Intensive. Find out more and get access here: qmsintensive.com.au

08/12/2025

We had SO MUCH FUN on the road with MYOB for our Build, Grow, Succeed (your way) Roadshow that we've turned it into a Digital Event so you can access the content wherever, whenever!

This is your chance to work on your business, not just in it. With flexible on-demand access, this program helps you reset, refine and focus on your practice so you hit 2026 with clear goals ready to build a stronger practice.

What’s Included:
✔️ 6 CPE hours
✔️ Expert-led sessions on strategy, pricing, client engagement, succession, valuing your business and more
✔️ A guided activity for each topic so you leave with a plan, not just ideas
✔️ Unlimited access until 31 March 2026

No matter where you are in your journey—starting out, scaling up, or planning your exit—this is the time to reset and get clear on your next steps!

https://buildgrowsucceed.com.au/

05/12/2025

Our National Roadshow — Now Available On-Demand

We’ve turned our Build Grow Succeed (your way) Roadshow into a flexible on-demand digital event you can access anytime, anywhere!

Brought to you in partnership by ABN and MYOB, this on-demand experience is designed to help you build a stronger, more profitable, future-ready bookkeeping practice.

Why you’ll love it
• 6 CPE hours
• 6 expert-led video sessions
• Activity linked to each session so you can immediately apply what you learn in your practice
• Access until 31 March 2026 – watch and re-watch as often as you like

Find out more at buildgrowsucceed.com.au