Regulation

'Unacceptable risk': Tax Institute raises major concerns with proposed powers...

The proposed framework for the TPB's interim suspension powers could lead to unjust or disproportionate outcomes for...

01 May 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

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Business

Small businesses navigating 'complex environment' of rising costs,...

Accountants and other financial professionals can play a critical role in helping businesses respond to the challenges...

01 May 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

ASIC disqualifies director for ‘complete disregard of duties’

A director of four failed companies that owed the ATO approximately $3.7 million in total has been penalised.

30 April 2026 • By Amelia McNamara

Business

Whistleblowers, Div 7A, and Payday Super: NTAA’s tax policy wishlist

The National Tax and Accountants’ Association has called for regulatory reform and clarity for tax practitioners in...

30 April 2026 • By Emma Partis

Tax

Tax Office warns taxpayers on dangers of relying on AI tax advice

The ATO has cautioned Australians to be wary of information from third-party sources, such as AI platforms and...

30 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

ATO wins appeal in FBT dispute with Toowoomba council

The Full Federal Court has ruled that a shopping centre car park was a commercial car parking station for the purposes...

29 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Grant Thornton board approves sale to PE-backed US counterpart

Grant Thornton Australia’s board has approved a plan to sell the firm to its PE-backed North American counterpart in a...

29 April 2026 • By Emma Partis

Regulation

WA man jailed for hiding assets in bankruptcy

A Western Australian man has been sentenced to jail after AFSA discovered he had failed to disclose an inheritance to...

29 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Regulation

ATO sets sights on holiday homes used as rentals

The ATO is expected to pay close attention to deductions claimed for rental properties that are also used as holiday...

29 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Regulation

Melbourne accountant charged over alleged involvement in money laundering...

A Victorian accountant has been arrested and charged for allegedly participating in a money laundering syndicate...

28 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Winners revealed for Rising Stars Awards 2026

Accountants Daily and principal partner Pinch are delighted to announce the winners of the second annual Rising Stars...

24 April 2026 • By Jerome Doraisamy

Tax

Salary packaging change 'hidden' in draft laws for $1k deduction

The exposure draft for the instant tax deduction contains a surprise salary packaging change with implications for...

27 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

ATO reminds practitioners to avoid common FBT mistakes

The ATO has warned tax practitioners about common mistakes made by taxpayers and their advisers when lodging fringe...

28 April 2026 • By Emma Partis

Business

RSM welcomes updated PCG on transfer pricing for inbound distributors

RSM has welcomed the ATO’s updated compliance guide on transfer pricing for inbound distributors, saying it would...

27 April 2026 • By Emma Partis

Regulation

SMSFA calls for tracking system to fix 'black hole' with private ruling...

The SMSF Association says tax practitioners are often left in the dark after lodging private binding ruling...

26 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

Super tax changes and SMSFs

After much debate and uncertainty, the government’s Division 296 tax rules – popularly known as the “$3 million super...

28 April 2026 • By Mitchell Markwick, HLB Mann Judd

Business

Accountants well-placed to promote culture of philanthropy, Leigh says

Minister Andrew Leigh has said that accountants are uniquely placed to help clients consider philanthropy when...

24 April 2026 • By Emma Partis

Business

NZ accountant lands censure following bar fight assault charges

CA ANZ’s New Zealand branch has issued a censure to a member after he pleaded guilty to a charge of assault with...

24 April 2026 • By Emma Partis