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Edging closer to a decision in Bendel
This article unpacks the key arguments advanced by the parties in the Bendel appeal before the High Court.
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‘Bold action’ required on super to protect older women from poverty
Australia could be at risk of driving its older women into poverty as they enter retirement as gender gaps in superannuation continue to worsen, the peak super body has r...
‘We don’t feel cared for’: Tax agents push for reinstalment of ATO relationship managers
Tax practitioners are consistently struggling to engage with the ATO, with a practitioner calling for the regulator to reinstate its long-retired relationship managers.
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ATO NALI ruling is welcome, but gaps remain, SMSF Association says
The SMSF Association has welcomed a long-awaited ruling from the ATO regarding non-arm’s length income and contributions.
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RBA delivers September 2025 rate call
The Reserve Bank has delivered its highly anticipated September interest rate decision. Accounting Home Loans breaks down what the rate call will mean for prospective hom...
Altus Financial merges with Honan Partners
Integrated private client advice firm Altus Financial has entered its second merger in as many months, this time teaming up with Sydney advice practice Honan Partners.
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‘Accountants are increasingly sophisticated buyers’ of tech solutions
New research has revealed what accountants and bookkeepers look for in accounting technology platforms, with nearly half prioritising features and functionality.
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‘Ensuring sustainable futures’: 2025 accounting council elections kick off
Council election season is here, meaning it’s time to have your say on each respective accounting body’s council to positively impact and influence the evolving accou...
More certainty for accountants in revised LCR
The revised LCR 2021/2 will give accountants working in the SMSF sector more confidence, a legal specialist says.
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Bribery, brothels, breaches of confidence: ATO officer loses appeal against imprisonment
A former ATO client engagement officer has lost an appeal against a five-year prison sentence for accepting a $100,000 bribe in return for a favourable tax audit.
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Creative industries need holistic tax reform boost, says The Tax Institute
As conversations around tax reform to funnel more money into the NSW arts sector continue, The Tax Institute is jumping on board to champion holistic tax reform as a nece...
How to detect and prevent elder abuse when advising older clients: RSM
Elder abuse is an unfortunate reality that some accountants and advisors come across whilst working with older clients. So, what are the red flags, and what can be done i...
What does the future of business look like in accounting?
Businesses and accountants are being urged to be proactive and forthcoming in their approach to AI to stay ahead of the curve and drive the future of their business.
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Grattan proposal raises ‘serious concerns’: auditing expert
A leading SMSF auditor has said the Grattan Institute’s recent proposal to Treasury, suggesting that retirees be directed to put 80 per cent of their super balance ab...
Accounting bodies welcome Board of Taxation ‘red tape’ review
The government has tasked the Board of Taxation with slashing red tape and reducing compliance burdens, a move welcomed by accounting industry bodies.
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CA ANZ offers feedback on ATO’s draft concessions framework
The professional accounting body has backed the Tax Office’s efforts to refresh its approach to providing taxpayer relief concessions following numerous member complain...
Director demands $90k in costs for firm’s ATO debt
A NSW lawyer has requested more than $90,000 in costs after he fought his former firm over superannuation, GST and PAYG debts.
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BDO adds 4 more partners to national network
The professional services firm has continued its significant growth trajectory with the appointment of four new partners.
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Accounting Home Loans, ReLove team up to support those escaping crisis
Mortgage broking firm Accounting Home Loans has entered a partnership with ReLove, a charity that provides essential household items to those escaping crisis situations s...
Tax Office, Victorian police seize 18k cigarettes, $100k in cash
The fight against the illicit tobacco trade is far from over, as the ATO and Victorian Police seize over 18,000 illicit cigarettes and $100,000 in cash in Melbourne.
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