Australia’s Digital ID Act and new Trust Exchange

Australia’s Digital Identity Revolution: Introducing Trust Exchange (TEx) and New Legislation Government Unveils Groundbreaking Trust Exchange Technology, Supported by Enhanced Digital ID Legislation for Greater Privacy and Security In a significant development for digital security and convenience, the Albanese Government has unveiled its plans for a groundbreaking digital infrastructure, aimed at transforming how Australians verify […]

What laws do SMSFs need to adhere to?

Navigating the Legal Landscape: Responsibilities of SMSF Trustees Understanding the Legislative Framework and Compliance Obligations for Self-Managed Super Funds As a trustee of a self-managed super fund (SMSF) there are responsibilities and rules you must follow. At the most fundamental level, you need to make sure your SMSF is functioning under the relevant laws. As a type of superannuation fund, trustees […]

Super contribution caps to rise

Prepare for Changes as Concessional and Non-Concessional Caps Rise What You Need to Know for 2025 The big news story for those contributing to super is that the contribution caps are set to increase from the 2025 income year. The concessional contribution cap will increase from $27,500 to $30,000. This ‘CC’ cap is broadly applicable […]

Updated tax cuts approved by both Houses

Starting 1 July, a wider range of taxpayers will benefit from tax reductions as the tax cuts bill proposed by Labor has successfully passed through the Senate. Key points On 25 January 2024, the Prime Minister announced that the Government would redesign the legislated Stage 3 tax cuts and increase the Medicare levy low-income thresholds. […]

ATO warning to SMSFs ‘Paying the price for non-compliance’

There are various courses of action available to the ATO when trustees of self-managed super funds (‘SMSFs’) have not complied with the super laws This includes applying administrative penalties. A number of factors determine the amount of the administrative penalty, including: the type of contravention; when it occurred; and the number of penalty units that […]

Changes to superannuation regulations

Be aware of various new regulations and opportunities surrounding your superannuation New legislation regarding contribution requirements, visibility and guarantee eligibility is currently or soon to be effective. Reporting re-contributions of COVID-19 early super relief super amounts Self-managed super fund (SMSF) members can now re-contribute amounts they withdrew under the COVID-19 early release of super program […]

Justin Flavel

Managing Director

Justin’s experience spans across 20 years in accounting, financial analysis and general business practice.

Although born and bred on the land, Justin’s interest was more in spreadsheets, ledgers, and finance which led him to attend university. In 1992, Justin graduated with a Bachelor of Business majoring in Accounting and Finance. As well as qualifying as a CPA member and becoming a Fellow of the Taxation Institute of Australia, he began gaining practical experience in small and mid-tier accounting practices.

During the late 90s, Justin decided to expand his horizons and travel through Europe. It was during this time that he seized the opportunity to expand his knowledge on the workings of large organisations by taking on roles in multinational corporations.

Today, Justin’s passion is in facilitating businesses to grow and evolve. His focus is on acting in the role of business mentor to help clients develop the full potential of their businesses. He joins clients on their unique journey, and provides the tools and knowledge they need along the way to make the right decisions.

Justin’s aim for his clients parallels his own philosophy and personal journey—focusing on his own career growth and business success while maintaining balance in his life with his wife and three daughters.

Omnis Group Managing Director - Justin Flavel