Tax

High Court refuses taxpayer appeal involving small business CGT concessions

Two taxpayers have been refused special leave to appeal a decision concerning the tax treatment of proceeds from the...

12 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

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Regulation

CA ANZ kicks out member found guilty of insider trading

A chartered accountant’s membership has been terminated after he was found guilty of three charges of insider trading.

10 April 2026 • By Emma Partis

Technology

AI, accountants high on Intuit’s priority list, product VP says

Speaking to Accountants Daily, Intuit’s vice president of international product, Adolfo Fernandez, shared insights...

10 April 2026 • By Emma Partis

Regulation

ATO to adopt 'more explicit and consistent' approach on tax debt interest

The Tax Office says it has been "overly concessional" in relation to interest remission for tax debts, with too many...

09 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

‘A real win-win:’ Tax Ombudsman previews early findings of OSfA review

Speaking to Accountants Daily, Tax Ombudsman Ruth Owen has given a preview of her recently-launched review into the...

09 April 2026 • By Emma Partis

Regulation

Contingency fee arrangements attracting ATO scrutiny, practitioners warned

The Tax Office has said that the use of contingency fees by tax professionals can be a warning sign for high-risk...

09 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Tax Office dispels common myths about Payday Super

Many employers are underestimating the preparations needed for the new regime and incorrectly assuming there is...

09 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

No safe distance: which of your clients are in the blast radius?

An industry-by-industry risk briefing for accounting practitioners.

08 April 2026 • By Andrew Cooke

Business

Qld boutique firm retrenches junior accountants while in $200k tax debt

Two junior accountants who had to undertake reception duties were made redundant by a boutique firm that owed the Tax...

08 April 2026 • By Carlos Tse

Business

Australia overdue for productivity reform: CPA

Compounded by the Middle East crisis and structural challenges, Australia is desperate for government intervention to...

08 April 2026 • By Amelia McNamara

Technology

A recap of accounting tech developments for Q1 2026

With the first quarter of the year already behind us, here is a recap of all the accounting tech developments you may...

08 April 2026 • By Heather Smith, Anise Consulting

Technology

Pro Power Month returns with a focus on automation, AI, and firm growth

As accounting firms navigate increasing compliance demands and rising client expectations, one theme is becoming...

08 April 2026 • By Intuit QuickBooks

Technology

ATO launches call verification app to protect against scammers

The new security feature in the ATO app allows users to confirm if a call from the ATO is genuine rather than from a...

08 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

$20k in compensation won after worker was made redundant for exposing tax debt

A worker who uncovered $250,000 in company tax debt was made redundant by her insolvent employer despite winning...

07 April 2026 • By Carlos Tse

Business

Survey reveals nationwide accountant, auditor shortages

CA ANZ has found evidence of a national shortage of general accountants, tax accountants and external auditors in a...

07 April 2026 • By Emma Partis

Business

Nuances of Payday Super

Much is being said in national forums and events about how Payday Super works and what is expected of employers. This...

07 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

‘Putting the cart before the horse’: COSBOA pushes back on surcharging ban

The small business council has raised concerns about the RBA’s card surcharging ban and urged policymakers to first...

02 April 2026 • By Emma Partis

Appointments

Jirsch Sutherland expands into South Australia

Insolvency firm Jirsch Sutherland has expanded into South Australia with the appointment of a partner in Adelaide.

02 April 2026 • By Miranda Brownlee