Regulation

Regulation

Call to adopt EU data regs as Optus reputation dives

Lawyers say tougher penalties are appropriate while the telecom is already paying a huge reputational price.

30 September 2022 • By Philip King

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Seqwater forced to back-pay staff more than $7m

South-East Queensland water utility has entered an enforceable undertaking with the FWO after short-changing almost...

30 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

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Auditor Proud Day toasts the profession with tea and cupcakes

It’s a time to reflect on the challenges and embrace a pivotal role in sustainability, say leaders.

29 September 2022 • By Philip King

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Moves to regulate crypto a result of bad record, says tax expert

Chainalysis strategy chief said the government crackdown on digital assets would eventually make them more mainstream.

26 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

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Dixon Advisory hit with $7.2 million penalty over SMSF advice

The Federal Court found dozens of breaches of best interest obligations and failures to provide appropriate advice.

20 September 2022 • By Miranda Brownlee

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RBA Governor backs global standard for sustainability reporting

Dr Lowe’s support for the ISSB is a welcome step towards consistent environmental standards, says CPA Australia.

19 September 2022 • By Philip King

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Crypto must get ahead of regulation or risk its reputation

Australia is leading the way to a licensing framework for digital assets and canny operators should prepare now.

16 September 2022 • By Carol Chris

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Greenwashing focus ‘changing the game on ESG’

Companies are increasingly aware that reporting will be mandatory soon, says HLB Mann Judd specialist.

16 September 2022 • By Philip King