Business tax investigates the advantages and disadvantages of different business structures, and the requirements involved in running a business. Choose a topic to investigate or use the breadcrumbs to return to the course overview page.
The materials in Business tax have been designed to be used in a variety of ways. Each topic is designed as a stand-alone section to be explored by a whole class, small groups or individual students. Information about alignment to the curriculum is via the Curriculum links block.
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In 2003, New Zealand proposed an agricultural emissions research levy to be collected from livestock farmers. The tax was to be used to fund research into the livestock industry's emissions of gases.
A share of a company's distribution paid to a shareholder on which tax has been paid by the company.
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Businesses are set up with differing structures. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each structure? Why does it matter? Explore some of the activities associated with starting up a business.
What do business owners need to know and do about tax and super? Find out more about how to set up a business.
A range of taxes can apply to businesses. Explore what these taxes can include and look at the needs of businesses in relation to government services.
Discover how to calculate the goods and services tax (GST) for various items and discuss what constitutes a fair tax.
A business activity statement (BAS)