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Definitions in dob-in provisions ‘highly problematic’ for practitioners

The requirement for tax practitioners to form a legal opinion about what constitutes an indictable offence will be...
16 May 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

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Committee approves PwC reforms, downplays concerns of ‘chaotic’ agenda

The recommendation to pass the bill comes despite concerns over hefty new promoter penalties and a push to separate...
13 May 2024 • By Christine Chen
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WA directors convicted for failing director ID requirements

Two Western Australian directors have been convicted in the Perth Magistrates Court and fined $5,000 for failing to...
09 May 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee
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Big 4 partnership caps under consideration by Treasury

Treasury is consulting on key issues affecting public confidence in the big four.
07 May 2024 • By Nick Wilson
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Property linked to GST fraud forfeited to Commonwealth

A property paid for by a man jailed for an $800,000 GST fraud has been forfeited to the Commonwealth.
07 May 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee
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ATO to be given ‘notice to produce’ powers under proposed changes

The government is exploring options for expanding information-gathering powers for the ATO and TPB.
06 May 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee
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TPB to implement safeguards against ‘vexatious breach reports’

The TPB has assured tax agents that any frivolous or malicious reports made under the dob-in provisions will be viewed...
02 May 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee
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TPB releases draft guidance on breach reporting obligations

The draft guidance aims to address the uncertainty and confusion surrounding the upcoming breach reporting obligations.
01 May 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee