Tax

‘Many more arrests to come’ over billions in GST fraud

The ATO and AFP say they have acted against more than 53,000 people and prevented almost $2.5 billion in wrongful...

17 February 2023 • By Josh Needs

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Business

Unemployment climbs for second month, KPMG sheds staff

Slowdown in consulting work hits big four firm as jobless rate accelerates.

17 February 2023 • By Philip King, Josh Needs

Tax

How the Guardian AIT decision gives Part IVA sharp, nasty teeth

Applying the general tax avoidance provision has become subject to nothing more than a decision of the Commissioner.

17 February 2023 • By John Jeffreys

Tax

Most taxpayers ‘will be in the dark’ about WFH changes

The ATO should have postponed its revisions to the work-from-home claims regime until next financial year, says H&R...

17 February 2023 • By Philip King

Business

Mazars Australia double-digit growth feeds record global figure

The organisation achieved landmark revenue of €2.45 billion in an “eventful year”.

17 February 2023 • By Josh Needs

Tax

ATO defends changes to WFH rate, record-keeping regime

Media campaign will get taxpayers up to speed but most are already keeping good records, assistant commissioner says.

17 February 2023 • By Philip King

Business

Government must fund domestic violence leave for SMEs: COSBOA

The council also calls for the regulation of BNPL products, insurance reform and the restoration of instant asset...

17 February 2023 • By Josh Needs

Tax

ATO sticks to its guns in revised WFH deductions regime

The finalised guidance, released yesterday, introduces stricter record-keeping requirements and a fresh rate per hour.

16 February 2023 • By Philip King

Business

Most bosses plan to mandate more office days for staff

Businesses believe corporate culture, skills development and productivity all benefit from being in the building, says...

16 February 2023 • By Josh Needs

Business

Trade receivables plunge to record low: CreditorWatch

The agency’s business index for January shows key data going in a negative direction.

16 February 2023 • By Philip King

Super

Australian equities retain grip on SMSF assets

The largest portion of the SMSF investment pool is held in domestic shares, according to a recent survey.

16 February 2023 • By Miranda Brownlee

Regulation

ASIC to target environmental frauds in wider agenda

After achieving $76.3 million in civil penalties in the second half of last year, the commission has expanded its...

16 February 2023 • By Josh Needs

Business

Construction companies account for 30% of insolvencies

Labour shortages, supply chain issues and weather all took their toll, BDO survey finds.

16 February 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne

Business

QuickBooks Roadshow is back with 12 new locations (+ virtual) in March 2023!

Learn how to save time and improve your bookkeeping, BAS and Tax workflows with the QuickBooks suite of products.

15 February 2023 • By Intuit QuickBooks

Technology

7 steps to choosing your practice management software

Choosing the right practice management solution is critical to gaining a competitive edge, but with an abundance of...

15 February 2023 • By Wolters Kluwer

Tax

ATO turns spotlight on holding companies set up to avoid tax

Involvement in such schemes could involve “serious penalties” for taxpayers and agents promoting them.

15 February 2023 • By Philip King

Appointments

Stress, pay and robo-accountants top deterrents to profession: ACCA

Global talent survey highlights the main trends and challenges facing staff and employers.

15 February 2023 • By Philip King

Business

$1,000-a-month average mortgage increase ‘too much for many’

One in eight missed a payment in the past six months and stress levels are rising, survey finds.

15 February 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne