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‘A sign of the times’: ATO audit outcome letter reflects more assertive...

One tax lawyer urges accountants to explain their position when they lodge to avoid conceding to an unfavourable ATO...

06 August 2026 • By Carlos Tse

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Reckon reports strong HY2026 results

Accounting software provider Reckon has reported its first-half results, delivering significant growth in FY25 while...

05 August 2026 • By Matthew Taylor

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80 years of discretionary trust use undermined by trust tax changes: CPA

Citing individual restructuring costs of up to $23,000 and a national burden of nearly $2.5 billion per annum, the...

04 August 2026 • By Carlos Tse

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ATO explains LRBA guidance ahead of 10 August start

The Tax Office breaks down the do’s and don’ts of its impending changes affecting LRBAs starting 10 August 2026,...

31 July 2026 • By Carlos Tse

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Thoughts on mental health, longevity after 40 years in accounting

A tax practitioner celebrating his 40th year has stressed that mental health is not a sign of weakness and has called...

31 July 2026 • By Carlos Tse

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Court documents draw links in former ATO assistant commissioner’s case

Court attendance notices issued to Nicholas Petroulias have drawn links to the ICAC report, which reveals short...

30 July 2026 • By Carlos Tse

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Lost clients, lost livelihood: fair TPB suspension requires hearing, lawyer says

One tax lawyer has identified an opportunity in the changes to the Tax Agent Services Act sanctions proposals, where...

30 July 2026 • By Carlos Tse

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TPB managing conflict of interest issues ‘appropriately’, chair tells inquiry

Peter de Cure has sought to assure senator Deborah O'Neill that the TPB is carefully managing any potential conflict...

29 July 2026 • By Carlos Tse