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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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Taxpayer given 35% penalty for BAS recklessness

Following an application for a refund of nearly $94,000, the Administrative Review Tribunal has set aside an...

28 July 2026 • By Carlos Tse

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ATO no longer treating debt the same as during COVID

One expert has stressed the importance of tax agents reminding their clients that the ATO is no longer as lenient on...

28 July 2026 • By Carlos Tse

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Global companies turn to cost-cutting amid ongoing inflation

Rising operating costs and persistent inflation are placing renewed pressure on businesses worldwide, despite signs...

28 July 2026 • By Matthew Taylor

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Small towns, big challenges: COSBOA report reveals regional business struggles

Rising costs, declining profits, workforce shortages, and infrastructure gaps are creating a difficult environment for...

28 July 2026 • By Matthew Taylor

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The wealth-building blind spot many accountants overlook

Many accountants spend decades helping clients build wealth while postponing their own investment strategy. Here's...

27 July 2026 • By Investor Kit

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Film director with $130k income tax debt gets relief

A 76-year-old former documentary producer has had a third of his nearly $130,000 in income tax released on the basis...

27 July 2026 • By Carlos Tse

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Lease Doc vs Full Doc: Which Commercial Loan Fits?

A side-by-side comparison for accountants: how Lease Doc and full-doc commercial loans differ on paperwork, timing and...

27 July 2026 • By CWH