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ASIC ramps up SME focus amid backlash to weak big biz monitoring

ASIC will continue its focus on the compliance obligations of small businesses, having dealt with over 700 offences...

03 October 2018 • By Katarina Taurian and Jotham Lian

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Watch for self-incrimination when backing clients, says ex-Tax Institute boss

With the ATO increasing its audit activity in light of its focus on work-related deductions, accountants should be...

28 September 2018 • By Jotham Lian

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Over a quarter of tax agents fail CPE audit

More than one in four tax practitioners have failed to comply with their continuing professional education records,...

28 September 2018 • By Jotham Lian

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Accountants warned on SG amnesty approach

Practitioners have been urged to tread cautiously when advising clients on whether they should wait for the...

28 September 2018 • By Jotham Lian

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Government calls on tax agents called to speak about ATO

Tax agents have been invited to provide feedback on the ATO’s performance as a parliamentary committee’s review draws...

27 September 2018 • By Jotham Lian

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More CPD audits lined up, tax agents warned

Registered tax and BAS agents have been urged to prepared to substantiate their continuing professional development...

27 September 2018 • By Jotham Lian

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Overhaul headache taxes, says IPA in its flagship research

The Institute of Public Accountants has flagged the flaws of land tax, payroll tax and GST as part of a major research...

26 September 2018 • By Katarina Taurian

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Progress on new tax residency rules, but tax experts fear more complexity

The Board of Taxation has released its consultation guide for its review of income tax residency rules for individuals...

26 September 2018 • By Jotham Lian