Regulation

UK regulator finds no ‘systemic’ exam cheating issues

An FRC investigation prompted by the KPMG Australia scandal, among others, is reassured but remains “deeply concerned”.

16 January 2023 • By Philip King

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Tax

Three ways to solve all your s100A problems

The ATO’s approach to trust distributions was the biggest tax issue of 2022, but there are some clear ways through the...

13 January 2023 • By John Jeffreys

Super

British expats ‘should act fast’ to maximise UK pension

Those past retirement age will miss out on this year’s increase but those still working can take advantage of...

13 January 2023 • By Philip King

Appointments

Pitcher Partners Perth appoints executive director

Having joined as a graduate, the promotion comes after more than a decade with the firm.

13 January 2023 • By Josh Needs

Super

Asset protection and SMSFs — a Tax Office warning

The ATO recently flagged material concerns with gift and loan back arrangements in relation to SMSFs.

13 January 2023 • By Matthew Burgess

Webcasts

How to promote your accounting firm without a marketer

Join Wolters Kluwer and BOMA as we introduce you to a digital content marketing solution that helps accounting firms...

12 January 2023 • By [email protected]

Appointments

Staff shortages more widespread, double pre-pandemic level

Figures showing a small decline in overall vacancies conceals the true extent of the problem, ABS says.

12 January 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne

Business

ATO revises personal services income guidance

Individuals must have a clear link between their social media and it driving customers to them to pass the unrelated...

12 January 2023 • By Josh Needs

Business

CPI crunches small business margins: COSBOA

Inflation result means sector profits will suffer and caution is the watchword, says small business body.

12 January 2023 • By Philip King

Business

‘Migrants vital’ to meet demand for 10,000 extra accountants a year

Australia needs to rethink its attitudes to skilled migration and get rid of caps, say accounting associations.

12 January 2023 • By Josh Needs

Business

Cyber specialists to be in the greatest demand in 2023

The labour bubble will deflate rather than burst with some professional roles to still face shortages, says Robert Half.

11 January 2023 • By Josh Needs

Super

ATO updates TBAR guidance ahead of new time frames

The ATO is encouraging all SMSFs to start lodging reports for events on a quarterly basis now with the new streamlined...

11 January 2023 • By Josh Needs

Regulation

Building approvals slide further in November as housing values plummet

The sharp decrease is a sign that the Reserve Bank’s interest rate rises are starting to impact the economy.

11 January 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne

Appointments

COSBOA CEO resigns after 18 months

The resignation comes after deputy opposition leader Sussan Ley called for the organisation to consider the position...

11 January 2023 • By Josh Needs

Regulation

ASIC’s FAR to show whether advisers can provide tax advice

ASIC’s FAR will display whether a financial adviser can provide tax (financial) advice services from next month.

10 January 2023 • By Josh Needs

Technology

Hackers hit crypto exchanges for over $2bn in 2022

The industry’s open-source environment has led it to be targeted aggressively by hackers, says expert.

10 January 2023 • By Josh Needs

Business

55,000 Victorian workers registered for Sick Pay Guarantee

The $245 million taxpayer-funded pilot program has supported over 80,000 claims so far, says the government.

10 January 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne

Business

How to select the right business development coach

Focused coaching on soft skills such as communication and negotiation is vital to gaining momentum in a professional...

10 January 2023 • By Hans Morse