Newsletter - June 2025

Weโ€™re kicking off June with a triple hit of events made for sole traders who want to stay sharp, get ahead, and feel more in control. From behind-the-scenes business advice to tax-time must-knows, there's a lot coming up.

Our new invoicing upgrade is live ๐Ÿ™Œ

Weโ€™ve got some exciting invoice updates!

  • Simpler UI for invoices, quotes & templates

  • New header layouts and graphics let you add that extra touch and create beautiful, on-brand invoices

  • Invoice editor now supports dark mode (for all you night owls)

  • Multipage PDFs render much nicer โ€” no more content crammed against the top margin

  • A nice new tidy layout for recurring invoices

Rounded's upgraded invoice editor

Rewatch the recent product AMA and demo โ–ถ๏ธ

Our cofounders Olly and Grant shared a behind-the-scenes walkthrough of Roundedโ€™s new invoicing features.

They showcased how to make the most of the new UI, header layouts and more.

They also shared what's coming next. Including:

  • Choose from 40+ new quantity types

  • Directly embed payment forms alongside your invoice and allow clients to pay using Google Pay, Apple Pay and Stripe Link.

  • Every character on your invoice will soon be editable. Prefer a โ€˜Grand totalโ€™ to a โ€˜Totalโ€™? No worries. This will also be very handy for translation, so you can send une โ€˜factureโ€™ instead of an invoice.

The rest of our June line-up ๐Ÿ‘‡

Making It Work is a new series spotlighting how Aussie sole traders are building sustainable businesses on their own terms.

In our first live session, writer-turned-consultant Eagranie Yuh shared how sheโ€™s doubled her income in 2025 by shifting how she works, prices, and positions her skills in the age of AI.

Whether youโ€™re feeling stuck, stretched thin, or just unsure whatโ€™s next, this session is here to help you find a path forward that feels more sustainable and strategic.

The learnings here are valuable for any solo creative.

ATO Red Flags and Tax Time Tips with Lauren Thiel ๐Ÿšฉ

The ATO has its eye on sole traders this year โ€“ especially when it comes to expenses.

If you're not 100% sure what you can claim (or just want a refresher), donโ€™t miss this insightful chat with accountant Lauren Thiel.

We covered:

โœ… What the ATO is cracking down on in 2025

โœ… Common expense mistakes to avoid

โœ… How to handle mixed-use items (like your laptop or internet)

โœ… What good record-keeping really looks like

โœ… 3 things every sole trader should do before June 30

Know where you stand before June 30 ๐Ÿ’ก

If youโ€™re a Rounded user, youโ€™ve got a big head start this tax season.

The dashboard gives you a real-time view of your tax position, factoring in income, business expenses, Medicare levy, PAYG instalments, and voluntary super contributions.

Know where you stand - Rounded's dashboard puts you in control

No spreadsheets. No second-guessing. Just a clear picture of what you owe (or might get back) before the EOFY rush hits.

Not using Rounded yet? Nowโ€™s a great time to jump in.

๐Ÿ‘‰ See how Rounded makes tax time easier

๐Ÿง  More helpful resources

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