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ATO finalises its position on trust split arrangements

Capital gains tax consequences of trust split arrangements have been partly clarified, but more questions remain.

07 February 2020 • By Carlos Gouveia, Colin Biggers & Paisley

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Unforeseen consequences in ATO late lodgement policy

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29 January 2020 • By Sarah Kendell

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The recent revision to the code of ethics for professional accountants will help strengthen auditor independence and...

29 January 2020 • By Jotham Lian

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Raise capital, not red flags

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24 January 2020 • By David Waters, Fei Huang, John Ratna, PwC Australia

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Liquidator sweats on AAT termination review

A former liquidator has succeeded in obtaining a stay decision on ASIC’s publishing of reasons for his registration...

24 January 2020 • By Jotham Lian

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ATO expands Indigenous support program

The ATO’s Indigenous business support project pilot is set to be expanded to NSW, South Australia and Victoria...

20 January 2020 • By Jotham Lian

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ATO touts new account viewing

A number of changes have been made to the interface of the Australian Taxation Office’s online services for agents...

15 January 2020 • By Grace Ormsby

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Government releases draft legislation on APRA-ASIC cooperation

The Morrison government has released for consultation draft legislation that will oblige ASIC and APRA to co-operate...

09 January 2020 • By Reporter