GST on low value imported goods will apply to sales from the 1st July, 2018. This will only be relevant to those businesses that provide goods valued at $1000AUD or lower. The items that are relevant include: Clothing Cosmetics Books Electronics Appliances This GST will apply to those…
It is coming to that time of year again where Christmas is around the corner and the New Year follows shortly thereafter. While it is commonly a time for celebration and an annual vacation, it can be a complex time for a business owner. There are many aspects…
As from the 1st July 2017, international digital goods and services supplied to Australia may need to register for GST. The non-residents doing business in Australia who sell imported services and digital products to Australian consumers will be applicable. When a foreign supplier of digital services has been established…
What does a bookkeeper or BAS agent do? How can they assist you in meeting your obligations as a business owner? What should you expect in terms of qualifications and experience? Why You Need a Bookkeeper To keep all of the records up to date so you can…
XERO BOOKKEEPING EXTRAORDINAIRE If you’re on the hunt to join a dynamic, fun team working with a range of innovative forward thinking clients in the cloud, read on. Diverse Business Consultants provide bookkeeping, training and cloud consulting services to businesses primarily in Brisbane but also throughout Australia. We…
In mid September members of the Diverse team, Colleen + Sarah had the thrill of flying the Brisbane bookkeeping coop to head to Melbourne for the annual Xerocon conference. Full of bright lights, lots of loud noises (literally), hoo-haa and hype, Xerocon is an interesting time each year…
Our monthly “Lunch + Learn” seminars are addressing all things Xero for accountants and businesses. Our next event will be held on Friday 29 September from 1-3pm in our snappy West End office. This is your opportunity to find out more about Xero payroll Want to use Xero…
Hooray! An opportunity to lunch and learn simultaneously – on a Friday. Talk about ticking all the boxes. We are launching monthly “Lunch + Learn” seminars addressing all things Xero for accountants and businesses. Our first event will be held on Friday 18 August from 1-3pm in our…
The great news for Cairns is that our highly regarded Director Colleen Diver is packing her bags along with her exceptional Xero nous and cloud knowledge, ready to spread the Xero love in Cairns. We are running a range of training events for accountants, bookkeepers and their clients…
Is it that time of year already? The end of financial year is fast approaching and that means getting all your paperwork ready. Before End of Year – Review Business Progress Review Profit & Loss to end March/April – Check with your DBC advisor on how you are…

