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McGrathNicol welcomes former KPMG partner to its ranks
McGrathNicol has welcomed former KPMG partner Alex Kealley to its partnership in Perth, expanding its deals advisory offering.
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ANZ champions SME cyber security to protect financial assets
Scam tactics continue to become increasingly sophisticated with small businesses needing to be more vigilant than ever, according to the big four bank.
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Proposed PAF rule changes threaten to reverse decades of giving momentum
Preserving a system of philanthropy that works, while encouraging more Australians to embrace giving and increasing the flow of social capital to the thousands of chariti...
Fraud case halted after ATO investigator found to have altered evidence
The Supreme Court of Queensland has halted a tax fraud case after finding an ATO investigator altered evidence and helped prepare false statements.
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Intuit QuickBooks’ new agentic AI integration to empower professionals
Software provider Intuit recently launched early access to the first phase of its AI-powered platform in Australia, which it says will help professionals save time and wo...
Navigating construction industry insolvency: Monitoring insolvent trading risks
Early engagement of professional advisers is critical not only to help directors avoid personal liability for insolvent trading and other insolvency claims, but also to s...
AI has become a compliance ally for accountants
Professional services sectors are defined by accuracy and timeliness, and accounting professionals are under constant pressure to keep pace with regulatory changes.
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Why payroll is a profession built for the next generation
Payroll professionals may be the quiet achievers of the workplace, but their work impact is loud and lasting, writes Judy Barnett.
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Former mob wife fails to overturn $1,442,534 tax bill
The ex-wife of a Sydney underworld figure has failed to overturn a $1,442,534 tax bill following an amended income tax assessment from the ATO.
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SMEs are buckling under the weight of insurance premiums, ACCI says
Government taxes and levies imposed by the state and territory governments are resulting in small businesses paying up to 30 per cent more for their insurance premiums.
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HLB Mann Judd expands national network in NSW
The accounting firm has revealed an expansion to its national network with the addition of a new firm in Newcastle, NSW.
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CPA Australia appoints president, directors to board
The professional accounting body has unveiled numerous appointments to strengthen its position, capabilities, and future plans for the industry.
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Lawyer further penalised for dodgy creditor scheme
A lawyer was penalised for conduct surrounding a misleading creditor scheme, including hiring a private investigator to look into a potential class action.
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‘This cause means the world to us’: NSW accounting firm donates $9k to animal rescue
An accounting firm based on the NSW Central Coast has doubled down on its support for animal rescue efforts in the region, donating funds that will go directly to food, s...
Net cash flow tax set to disadvantage SMEs, IPA warns
The Institute of Public Accountants is standing against the Productivity Commission’s net cash flow tax proposal for the negative implications it will likely have on sm...
ASIC bans director for collapsed building companies
Insolvent trading and $1.2 million in unpaid wages have left a Victorian construction director disqualified for over five years by the corporate watchdog.
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SME, sustainability focus needed in Measuring What Matters framework
As the government’s wellbeing framework is entrenched more into the Australian workforce, the Institute of Public Accountants is calling for a broader focus and scope o...
Finalists revealed for Commercial Finance Awards 2025
Several accounting professionals and businesses have been announced as finalists in this year’s Commercial Finance Awards.
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Personal insolvencies see uptick in FY24–25
The 2024–25 financial year saw a modest increase in new personal insolvencies, up 5.3 per cent in comparison to the previous year.
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Perth auditing firm coughs up $78k ASIC penalty
Nexia Perth Audit Services has paid a penalty to comply with an infringement notice issued by ASIC.
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