Small business operators in Tasmania can keep on track with tax and superannuation obligations with free and confidential one-on-one assistance visits being held in Hobart, Launceston, Bernie, Smithton and Scottsdale this month. An experienced adviser will be available to answer questions and provide advice on various business tax related topics. These visits are part of the ATO’s small business assistance program which delivers tailored and practical assistance to small businesses. Tax Commissioner Michael D’Ascenzo said a reluctance to speak to the ATO was a barrier for many businesses, but a personal and private discussion ensured small business owners received the help they needed.
“The ATO’s recent assistance visits held across other parts of the country have been very useful for local business people,” Mr D’Ascenzo said. “Because good business depends on good relationships, our small business assistance program aims to make our support practical and accessible. “The small business assistance program helps people start to develop good habits with their tax and super obligations, and contributes to a better run business. “It’s also important to note that information you share with the ATO during a visit is confidential and the visits are offered with no strings attached,” he said.
Northern Tasmania
| Date | Location | Address | Times |
| 21st , 22nd & 24th May 2012 | Launceston | City Council OfficeSt John Street | 9am to 5pm |
| 23rd May 2012 | Scottsdale | Dorset Council Office3 Ellenor Street | 9am to 5pm |
| 24th May 2012 | Burnie | Braddon Business Centre Suite 4 26 Wilmot Street, | 9am to 5pm |
| 25th May 2012 | Smithton | Braddon Business Centre 134 Nelson Street | 9am to 5pm |
Bookings are essential, please call 13 28 69 between 8am and 5pm and ask for Neil Hardstaff on extension 11390. These visits are part of the ATO’s small business assistance program which delivers tailored and practical assistance to small businesses.
Southern Tasmania
| Date | Location | Address | Times |
| Monday 21st – 25th May 2012 | Business and Employment,Hobart Business Enterprise Centre | 175 Collins Street, Hobart | 9am to 5pm |
Bookings are essential, please call 13 28 69 between 8am and 5pm and ask for Chris Spiegel on extension 10020 More information For more information or to register for an onsite visit, go to ato.gov.au/assistancevisit. To view all assistance options available for small businesses, visit ato.gov.au/smallbusinesssupport.
