Articles and Resources
The 2020 Federal Budget – prepare for the future
The latest Federal Budget has introduced some key changes to Australian legislation that will affect small to medium...
Proposed border harmony to assist charity fundraising
Physical border closures might be dividing some parts of the country, but at least our charity sector could benefit...
Stricter tests apply for JobKeeper 2.0
JobKeeper 2.0 has now commenced for eligible Australian businesses, charities and not-for-profits (NFPs) registered...
Five Fast and Effective Tips for Invoicing with Xero
Speed up internal processes and improve your cashflow by mastering these five invoicing tips with Xero. Getting paid...
ATO Super Guarantee Amnesty 7 September deadline reminder
Take advantage of the one-off Super Guarantee Amnesty offered by the ATO before it closes at 11.59 pm on 7 September...
New JobKeeper eligibility advice that is applicable to your business or NFP now
In light of deteriorating health conditions and the subsequent six-week lockdown in Melbourne the JobKeeper program...
JobKeeper 2.0 Webinar
If you missed Brendan Lucas’ recent JobKeeper 2.0 webinar you can view the webinar and associated questions below....
JobKeeper tweaked and extended beyond 28 September to 28 March 2021
The devil is in the detail and as further details are released we will provide updates and assistance that will help...
Before the storm: ACNC Charities Report paints a positive pre-COVID picture
NFP managers and directors may have missed the ACNC’s release of the 2018 Australian Charities Report in the midst of...
$3,000 recovery grants for small businesses and NFPs
A new scheme providing $3,000 grants to small businesses and NFPs has been launched in NSW. The government grants will...
Hopscotch Accounting is a COVID Safe business
Hopscotch Accounting is showing our commitment to COVID Safety and keeping our community safe. We recently completed...
Preparing a FY21 Budget in the current COVID-19 environment
Australian organisations have faced overwhelming changes to their normal operating conditions due to COVID-19. Brendan...
Manage the changing casual worker conditions the right way
Many businesses and NFPs that employ casuals have begun assessing the implications of recent rulings that those...
JobKeeper update – New eligibility & rules
The rules and guidance for JobKeeper continue to evolve, meaning more employers may now be eligible for the scheme....
Brendan Lucas JobKeeper update
Watch our latest update about the benefits of the Government's JobKeeper payment and how it applies to your business...
What does the Government’s COVID-19 stimulus package mean for CHSP providers?
For those with funding direct from The Department of Health they have announced: The flexibility provisions for FY20...
Managing your team and annual leave post COVID-19
How will you manage annual leave for your team next year - post COVID-19? Listen to Brendan Lucas for some planning...
COVID-19 Economic Stimulus update – SMEs and NFPs
Hopscotch Director, Brendan Lucas, breaks down element of the Australian Government's Economic Stimulus package so you...
The JobKeeper payment – updated 28 April
The JobKeeper Payment was designed for Australian businesses to retain and continue to be connected to employees, even...
News and updates relevant to your SME, NFP or Charity
Cash Flow Boost for EmployersClaim back FY20 tax instalments already paidTemporary Relief for Financially Distressed...