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  1. ‘Now is the time to support the arts’: GST reform to bolster NSW arts sector

    platforms for the creative industries to flourish, coupled with limited intervention and strategic investment would likely lead to further, perhaps even irreversible, decline for the arts in Australia.”

  2. Why auditors are the guardians of trust in the age of AI

    of the real world. If historical data contains bias, AI will reproduce it, even amplify it. Left unchecked, this could lead to distorted outcomes in lending, hiring, or even annual reporting. This is where auditors step in as the ‘guardians of...

  3. Accounting bodies welcome Board of Taxation ‘red tape’ review

    steps that would cut compliance costs and free up business owners to focus on running their business,” CPA Australia’s tax lead, Jenny Wong, said. “The complexity of Australia’s fringe benefits tax regime is another area ripe for reform. Small...

  4. Audit Firms Scramble to Adapt as Global Tax Rules Shift

    development, system choices, and client service to keep pace. This setting brings both strain and room to grow. Business leaders now expect not only precise reports, but also clear direction on staying aligned with shifting requirements. The ability to...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Matthew Kayser
    • Category: Tax

  5. Fraud case halted after ATO investigator found to have altered evidence

    the tax fraud investigation, according to court documents. ATO criminal investigator Anthony Rains was nominated as the lead investigator for the case on 22 January 2018. That day, he participated in a meeting with the ATO’s audit team regarding...

  6. Dangers of AI Hallucinations: The recent Deloitte Report

    than to admit ignorance” says Youngman. “Furthermore, most AI models lack a live database to validate output. This can lead to the creation of plausible but entirely fictional content.” James McPhedran, co-founder of Elfworks, believes people learn best...

  7. ‘Common sense’: Government bows to super tax pressure

    the government and have said it was “common sense” for these changes to be made. Richard Webb, CPA Australia superannuation lead, said the government had finally listened to the concerns surrounding the legislation and the outcome would help make the...

  8. Why accountants are becoming the real dealmakers in property

    skills.” They’re deal skills. And as property transactions become more complex, they’re what will define the accountants who lead versus the ones left on the sidelines. Looking ahead The accountant’s role in property is expanding fast. We’re not just...

  9. Accountants, industry bodies rally behind Tax Ombudsman's ATO service review

    resort. It also reinforces the IGTO’s findings that service standards have deteriorated to this extent.” CPA Australia’s tax lead, Jenny Wong, said CPA members had long been expressing that the ATO’s phone line and digital support channels were not...

  10. ‘Advisory is not for everyone’, but it’s important

    founder and CFO David Maher and Hailston & Co head of advisory Dimitri Matsouliadis sat on a panel alongside Fathom’s sales lead, Gavin Fernandes, to highlight the benefit advisory brings to businesses of all sizes. The overarching subject of the panel...

  11. No compliance, no extension: Accountant warns late lodgers as 31 Oct deadline looms

    returns are one of the ATO’s most visible compliance red flags, and misunderstanding the lodgment program’s rules can lead to hefty penalties and missed opportunities for a legitimate deferral. As tax professionals, we’re reminding clients that the May...

  12. Don’t replace junior staff with AI, warns CPA

    to perform higher-level and more complex strategic tasks,” CPA Australia’s business investment and international lead, Gavan Ord, said. “Businesses must not underestimate the importance of keeping people in the loop. Specialist human oversight remains...

  13. Board of Taxation opens consultation for red tape review

    steps that would cut compliance costs and free up business owners to focus on running their business,” CPA Australia’s tax lead, Jenny Wong, said. “The complexity of Australia’s fringe benefits tax regime is another area ripe for reform. Small...

  14. Positive workplace culture key to enhancing productivity, says principal

    has long been associated with high pressure, long hours, and a culture that prioritises results over people. However, leading practitioners like Simone Palfreyman are challenging this outdated mindset. Ahead of the Women in Finance Summit 2025,...

  15. ‘The silver tsunami’: SMC calls for super system reforms

    the best retirement income solution for them, preservation of flexibility and retiree choice, and fixing issues that lead to dual super accounts for retirees. The SMC said reform must be taken seriously and put into action, as in 2024–25, around 64 per...

  16. CPA backs Tax Ombudsman’s refreshed work plan

    ATO’s opportunities to use AI and the TPB’s management of significant breach reports. Jenny Wong, CPA Australia tax policy lead, said the Ombudsman’s work plan demonstrated a strong understanding of the practical and emerging challenges faced by...

  17. Developing staff knowledge in the age of AI

    danger isn't just lost time but lost intellectual muscle. The repetitive tasks, though simple, are the building blocks that lead to deep financial fluency. By performing and reviewing these entries, juniors learn the why behind the transaction,...

  18. ‘Let the real work begin’: Payday Super laws pass parliament

    regulations are practical, delivering a smooth transition for employers, payroll providers and funds alike. ASFA will lead that work on behalf of the sector.” Treasurer Jim Chalmers revealed the legislation would ensure a benefit to the retirement...

  19. Further monetary easing not a ‘done deal,’ economists say

    range of geopolitical risks remain a threat to the global economy. This could all weigh on growth in aggregate demand and lead to weaker labour market conditions in the domestic economy.” The board also said it was uncertain about the restrictiveness of...

  20. Payday super transition must be 'fair and practical', CPA says

    is a positive step for workers, but the transition must be fair and practical for employers,” Richard Webb, superannuation lead at CPA Australia, said. “Many businesses will need to overhaul payroll systems, change clearing houses, and retrain staff –...

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