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Doubts cast over first home buyer super savings scheme

Big four firms and financial services institutions alike have assessed the government’s proposed super savings scheme...
10 May 2017 • By Katarina Taurian and Miranda Brownlee

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Tax ‘goodies’ for SMEs increase post-budget

In a move that has flown under the radar, the government has moved to broaden the definition of a small business,...
10 May 2017 • By Katarina Taurian
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GST ‘surprise’ for residential premises

The government has announced a surprise GST measure in the budget which is set to impact residential property buyers.
10 May 2017 • By Katarina Taurian
Budget misses compromise payments, tax efficiency
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Budget misses compromise payments, tax efficiency

Notable exclusions from this year’s budget will impact the appeal of Australia as a place to do business, put the...
10 May 2017 • By Katarina Taurian
Instant asset write-off extension falls short 
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Instant asset write-off extension falls short

The accounting profession has welcomed the news that the government will extend the $20,000 instant asset write-off...
10 May 2017 • By Lara Bullock
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Multinational tax crackdown dismissed as ‘tinkering’

The federal government is continuing its fight against multinational tax avoidance, closing up existing loopholes...
10 May 2017 • By Lara Bullock
ATO’s budget boost calls for accountants’ vigilance
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ATO’s budget boost calls for accountants’ vigilance

The federal budget revealed that the ATO is set to receive millions in further funding for its Black Economy...
10 May 2017 • By Lara Bullock
Mid-tier reassures accountants on big bank changes
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Mid-tier reassures accountants on big bank changes

The federal government budget 2017 included the proposal of a surprise levy on major banks, however accountants and...
10 May 2017 • By Lara Bullock