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Regulation
ASIC issues infringement notices to energy company for greenwashing
An energy company has come under fire from the Australian Security and Investments Commission for allegedly...
09 January 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne
Business
Time for action on loan letters, professional bodies told
06 January 2023 • By Philip King
Business
Top accountant ‘the key to success’ for start-ups
06 January 2023 • By Josh Needs
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Super
ATO raises alarm over SMSF asset protection schemes
Arrangements that involve a Vestey Trust may contravene super laws, the office says.
09 January 2023 • By Miranda Brownlee
Business
Insurance hikes could cripple households and small business
Research shows huge premium increases are on the way and those in northern Australia are already paying well above...
06 January 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne
Regulation
Productivity Commission review part of revitalising economy: Treasurer
The government says the body will maintain its role as a crucial source of independent advice.
05 January 2023 • By Josh Needs
Technology
Recruitment scams cost Aussies $8.7m, says ACCC
Young job seekers are especially vulnerable and are being targeted by fraudsters, the regulator warns.
05 January 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne
Business
Loan letters a legal minefield, accountants warned
CA ANZ says members should resist pressure from clients and decline requests for finance letters.
05 January 2023 • By Philip King
Regulation
Foreign investors face greater punishment for breaches
The increased fines will provide an additional $2.3 million in revenue and ensure the housing market works as...
04 January 2023 • By Josh Needs
Business
Aussies ‘will put financial health first in 2023’
Bank surveys reveal a willingness to sacrifice spending on travel, fashion, and eating out.
04 January 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne
Super
CA ANZ outlines top challenges for SMSF professionals in 2023
SMSF professionals will have to grapple with a range of issues, says superannuation leader Tony Negline.
04 January 2023 • By Miranda Brownlee
Business
ASIC provides relief to employee share scheme providers
The legislative support will remove unintended technical issues preventing the use of schemes, says ASIC.
23 December 2022 • By Josh Needs
Business
Former retail chief appointed Queensland small business commissioner
The appointment comes after the state made the position permanent in March this year.
23 December 2022 • By Josh Needs
Technology
Scammers stand ready to attack during holidays
Christmas comes for digital cheats when they take advantage of people distracted by festivities.
23 December 2022 • By Keeli Cambourne
Appointments
BGL promotes Daniel Tramontana to CEO
Software firm BGL Corporate Solutions has promoted its chief operating officer to the role of chief executive,...
23 December 2022 • By Josh Needs
Business
NSW court upholds commercial tenant protections made during COVID
An interim judgement finds special provisions introduced during the pandemic were valid.
22 December 2022 • By Josh Needs
Regulation
FWO fines two restaurants $33k for underpaying staff
Two Melbourne eateries short-changed workers on minimum wages, overtime and penalty rates.
22 December 2022 • By Josh Needs
Regulation
Quality of advice review reforms ‘could take years’
QAR proposals to abolish much of the mandatory paperwork were welcomed but real change remains a long way off, says...
22 December 2022 • By Maja Garaca Djurdjevic
Appointments
William Buck director appointed to Governance Institute
The leadership role will see him lead a council of 18 people to promote education and membership opportunities offered...
22 December 2022 • By Josh Needs
Business
ACSC releases small business cyber security guides
After several high-profile cyber attacks this year, the centre advises SMEs on ways they can protect themselves.
21 December 2022 • By Josh Needs
