Regulation

CPA Australia to make plea for rise in skilled migrants
Regulation

CPA Australia to make plea for rise in skilled migrants

Revised program should prioritise accounting and finance professionals, CEO says.
29 August 2022 • By Philip King, Josh Needs

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Government steps in to tighten crypto rules
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Government steps in to tighten crypto rules

Regulation struggles to keep pace, Treasury says, and consumers need more protection.
23 August 2022 • By Josh Needs
Fake rental property claims punished with $1,500 fine, conviction
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Fake rental property claims punished with $1,500 fine, conviction

Inflated deductions the latest in a string of offences the ATO cites as cautionary tales for would-be tax dodgers.
22 August 2022 • By Philip King
CA ANZ specifies terms of conduct review
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CA ANZ specifies terms of conduct review

In the wake of the KPMG exam cheating scandal, the professional body encourages submissions from members.
19 August 2022 • By Philip King
ATO needs to improve staff capability, says audit office
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ATO needs to improve staff capability, says audit office

Key concerns identified in mainly favourable performance review of tax agent engagement by the office.
17 August 2022 • By Philip King
AAT upholds tax agent’s ban for ‘egregious conduct’
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AAT upholds tax agent’s ban for ‘egregious conduct’

Melbourne practitioner was found to have a “breathtaking disregard for his obligations”, says tribunal.
16 August 2022 • By Josh Needs
Lull in SME financial disputes could be temporary, AFCA warns
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Lull in SME financial disputes could be temporary, AFCA warns

The impact of rising interest rates means the prospect of more complaints.
15 August 2022 • By Josh Needs
FWO acts against Melbourne Uni over treatment of casuals
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FWO acts against Melbourne Uni over treatment of casuals

The university is alleged to have taken action to stop two casual academics from claiming payment for extra hours.
12 August 2022 • By Josh Needs