Tax

ATO issues 5 case studies to clarify tax considerations in commercial deals

To illustrate common issues, the Tax Office has put forward five case studies to help taxpayers understand their...

13 January 2026 • By Emma Partis

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ATO cracking down on tax dodgers trying to leave the country

The Tax Office is issuing departure prohibition orders as it moves to bolster payment performance and debt collection.

09 January 2026 • By Jerome Doraisamy

Regulation

‘Not good enough’: UNSW slapped with $200k penalty for payroll failures

UNSW has incurred over $200,000 in penalties and $13 million in reparations for failing to maintain adequate payroll...

09 January 2026 • By Emma Partis

Regulation

Court clears way for TPB to deregister Ballarat tax agent after fiduciary...

A Ballarat-based accountant found guilty of fiduciary breaches has failed to secure a stay of TPB proceedings seeking...

08 January 2026 • By Emma Partis

Tax

Why Australia struggles to shift the ‘tax reform gridlock’

The term 'tax reform' is being overused by politicians pretending to tinker with the Australian tax system without...

08 January 2026 • By Imogen Wilson

Super

SMC pushes back on inclusion of APRA-regulated super funds in CSLR

The Super Members Council has pushed back against the inclusion of APRA-regulated super funds into the CSLR levy...

07 January 2026 • By Emma Partis

Tax

Policy think tanks call on government to reduce CGT discount

Submissions to the government’s capital gains tax discount inquiry have said the discount is overly generous and must...

07 January 2026 • By Emma Partis

Business

‘Not insurmountable’: What accountants need to know ahead of Payday Super

As Payday Super obligations are set to come into play for employers in July this year, two experts provide insight on...

06 January 2026 • By Emma Partis

Regulation

ASIC sues BDO Audit for alleged failures amid $26.6m misappropriation

ASIC is pursuing Federal Court action against BDO Audit and its director following alleged failures to detect and...

06 January 2026 • By Emma Partis

Regulation

Most-read stories about TPB tax agent banning, terminations in 2025

Reflect here on some of the action and enforcement taken against practitioners by the TPB in 2025.

05 January 2026 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Your construction client knows their revenue, but has no idea about their margin

A builder calls me in a panic. They've been trading for eight years, turning over $4 million annually, and suddenly...

05 January 2026 • By Eddie Senatore, Eddie Senatore Advisory

Regulation

The Legal Mistakes Costing Accounting Practices Time and Money

Running an accounting practice involves far more than delivering accurate advice and meeting deadlines. Day-to-day...

02 January 2026 • By LegalVision

Business

Unpacking the ‘notably comprehensive’ model WHS laws amendments

The national work, health and safety regulator has confirmed anticipated changes to the incident notification...

02 January 2026 • By Imogen Wilson

Tax

Tax reform: A story of bluster, bulldust and bedlam

Finding a pathway out of Australia’s tax reform gridlock.

02 January 2026 • By David Montani

Tax

Cross-Border Tax Risk: Five ATO Pressure Points to Watch in 2026

While cross-border lifestyles are increasingly common, Australia’s tax rules for expats remain highly technical and...

01 January 2026 • By Nika Widanage, FCPA, Managing Partner, AIM S Australia Pty Ltd

Tax

Digital Assets You Forgot You Own (and Why They Still Matter at Tax Time)

Forgotten digital assets like old domains, online wallets and unused subscriptions can carry tax consequences in...

31 December 2025 • By Dominic Vivarini

Business

Top 10 accounting stories for 2025

Reflect on the top headlines Accountants Daily has reported on over the course of 2025, with a recap of the top 10...

31 December 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

The 3 key ingredients to a thriving culture

In a world where accounting firms and finance teams face talent shortages, escalating compliance demands, and a...

31 December 2025 • By Dean Anderson, Leading Teams