Regulation

Government fails to deliver on agreed changes to code instrument: joint bodies

Amendments to the code of conduct instrument have led to substantial improvement but issues relating to Section 15...

04 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

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Regulation

Company slapped with termination for ‘shocking, fraudulent activity’

The Tax Practitioners Board revealed the “egregious conduct” of a tax agent company has led to its termination for a...

04 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Competition policy must consider SMEs, says NSW small business commissioner

Competition and outcomes need to be improved for small businesses and consumers through regulation and digital...

04 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Plumbing business wins appeal in super guarantee charge case

The Administrative Appeals Tribunal has overturned a previous decision by the ATO which found the worker was an...

03 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Companies

Nexia Brisbane joins forces with Moore Australia

Moore Australia (QLD/NNSW) has announced the acquisition of Nexia Brisbane, effective 1 October 2024.

03 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

SMEs to slash spending on cyber security despite risks: Business NSW

Tough economic conditions are forcing SMEs to cut spending on cyber security despite an increased risk of cyber crime,...

03 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

Accountant charged with making false statements to ASIC

A Dural tax agent has been charged for lodging forms that were allegedly false or misleading in relation to three...

02 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Technology

Report flags issues surrounding spend and expense controls

Australian finance leaders are struggling with a lack of robust spend and expense controls, according to a recent...

02 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Small business lending exemption gets 2-year extension

The government says the measure is “working well” and improving the sector’s access to finance.

02 October 2024 • By Christine Chen

Business

TASA determination ‘still problematic’ despite improvements, specialist warns

The recent amendments to the TASA determination have led to significant improvements from the original but will still...

02 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

SMEs urged to remain vigilant against cyber crime

Small businesses need to be wary of cyber crime to avoid losing crucial profits in the current economic climate, SME...

02 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Accounting side gigs ‘a transition strategy’ to business ownership, says CEO

Setting up a bookkeeping or accounting side gig may be an effective way for those working in corporate accounting to...

01 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

IPA unveils details of its ‘non-traditional’ pathway program

The Institute of Public Accountants has officially launched its Global Certificate of Public Accounting this week...

01 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

Tax return due date looming, warns ATO

The Tax Office has issued a reminder that the due date for individuals who lodge their own income tax returns is fast...

01 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Tax

Foreign investors warned on tax law changes: Grant Thornton

The accounting firm has encouraged foreign private equity investors to pay attention to new tax laws that may add...

01 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

Reworked tax agent rules get cautious nod of approval

Industry bodies and experts have backed the proposed changes but insist more work is needed to help practitioners...

30 September 2024 • By Christine Chen

Business

CA ANZ narrows losses as member revenue surges

The accounting body has posted a 10 per cent lift in earnings this past year after its 2023 finances stirred...

30 September 2024 • By Christine Chen

Tax

National Tax Clinic Program set to expand with 5 new clinics

The Albanese government is expanding the National Tax Clinic Program to provide Australians better access to free tax...

30 September 2024 • By Imogen Wilson