Regulation

Changes to registration pathways would ‘create barriers for new entrants’: IPA

Treasury’s proposal to remove the professional association and registration pathway will make it harder for...

09 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

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Regulation

TPB’s guidance on code obligations lacking clarification, Tax Institute warns

Draft guidance issued by the Tax Practitioners Board on the new code obligations adopts vague and highly subjective...

08 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

ATO issues reminder on record-keeping requirements for taxpayers

The Tax Office has reminded taxpayers to consider what work-related expenses they could claim with appropriate...

08 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

SME growth in SA stunted by government: e61 Institute

Government reforms to remove payroll tax for small businesses in South Australia back in 2019 have backfired and...

08 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

Cafe owner receives 6-year sentence for $1m GST fraud

A South Australian man was arrested and sentenced to six years and six months behind bars after he obtained over $1...

08 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Accountants urged to hike fees as new rules squeeze industry

Code of conduct changes will increase workloads and practitioners must charge clients accordingly, expert John...

07 August 2024 • By Christine Chen

Super

SMC launches initiative to boost awareness about super

Public knowledge and understanding of how super works remains low among Australians despite many regarding it as...

07 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

SME business confidence continues steady decline: Prospa

Following the RBA’s cash rate decision, Australia’s long-term small business confidence will continue to decline based...

07 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

RBA’s rates decision ‘reduces recession risk’ for Australia

The RBA’s decision to keep interest rates on hold is the right move for Australian businesses and households with the...

07 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

RBA keeps rates on hold at 4.35% amid persistent inflation

The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept rates steady for a sixth consecutive meeting.

06 August 2024 • By Christine Chen

Business

NALSPA calls for e-bike FBT amendment

The fringe benefits tax exemption laws on e-bikes constrain potential economic and environmental benefits for...

06 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Coalition continues push to make instant asset write-off permanent

A Senate report has recommended the bill to implement the $20,000 instant asset write-off measure be passed in its...

06 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Regulation

ATO continues to ‘burn holes’ in illicit tobacco trade

The illicit tobacco trade remains firmly on the ATO's radar, with the Illicit Tobacco Taskforce having already seized...

06 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

MYOB partners with Silverfin to develop AI solutions

The business management company has announced a partnership with Silverfin to provide local accounting professionals...

06 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

PwC CEO’s secret $1.2m payment sparks fresh ethics concerns

Kevin Burrowes has been accused of “serving two masters” and concealing the lucrative salary he receives from PwC...

05 August 2024 • By Christine Chen

Tax

ATO underscores focus on withholding tax obligations

The Tax Office has reminded taxpayers of withholding tax obligations that may apply with certain payments to...

05 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Over 500 accountants register for SME Bootcamp 2024

The free bootcamp, targeted at both accountants and finance brokers for the first time, has drawn considerable...

02 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

Emerging opportunities on the advice front for accounting firms

George Haramis talks about emerging advice opportunities for accountants following advancements in digital advice and...

02 August 2024 • By Robyn Tongol