Sothertons Chartered Accountants&Business Advisors

Sothertons Chartered Accountants is a leading National Association of Independent Chartered Accounting firms providing businesses in the middle market with a firm focus on the future. With an extensive network of experienced professionals, skills and resources to draw upon, we are able to consistently deliver the highest level of professional service and innovative solutions to meet the changing needs of our clients.

Our success comes from each firm's professional standing in the association and also the professional standing each member enjoys within their communities.
Each member firm retains its identity and autonomy and preserves the important personal relationship with its clients, which is the hallmark of a "local firm practice".



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2012/13 Federal Budget Highlights On 8 May 2012, the Treasurer, Wayne Swan, delivered the Federal Budget 2012-13. Courtesy of the CCH, an outline of the major announcements is given below...	view >
Sothertons Budget Overview	view >

LATEST NEWS:
Online SMSF Trustee Education Tool The professional accounting bodies have jointly developed an online education tool for trustees of self managed superannuation funds.	view >
Personal Property Securities ... In 2009 new legislation called the Personal Property Securities Act (PPSA) was passed and came into full operation in January 2012 with the Personal Property Security Register (PPSR).	view >
Social Media in Business ... Social media is now an undeniable force in modern-day communication and it has businesses everywhere scratching their heads wondering how best to use it to engage with consumers. Some call it the ultimate form of expression… true or not, it bears thinking about.	view >
No age limit to SGC ... From 1 July 2013 there will be no age limit for superannuation guarantee contributions. The Government has amended its superannuation guarantee bill to now abolish the SG age limit.	view >
Solar Power Tax Free ... Q. Is the income you receive from the electricity retailer generated by your home's solar panels assessable for tax? A: No.	view >