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Accountants stuck in ‘holding pattern’ at ASIC

ASIC’s warnings about delays in processing licensing applications have come to fruition, with hundreds of accountants...

03 October 2016 • By Katarina Taurian

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ATO confirms changes to charity reporting

The ATO and the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) have announced reporting and compliance...

29 September 2016 • By Katarina Taurian

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Mid-tier hits out at proposed tax changes

One mid-tier firm has slammed the government’s latest round of recommendations for the R&D tax incentive scheme,...

29 September 2016 • By Katarina Taurian

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Government pushed on small business tax breaks

One industry body has thrown its support behind the government’s proposal to increase tax incentives for small...

29 September 2016 • By Reporter

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National tax, wealth advice firm announces merger

One prominent wealth management firm, known in particular for its SMSF advice, has today announced it is merging with...

28 September 2016 • By Katarina Taurian

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Liberal senator urges action on ‘backpacker tax’

Tasmanian senator Jonathan Duniam has called on Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull to intervene in the controversial...

27 September 2016 • By Reporter

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Accountants reminded of ‘heavy penalties’ for scheme promotion

A recent court case serves as a timely reminder that the ATO is applying significant penalties to any tax agents found...

22 September 2016 • By Katarina Taurian

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CAs flagged in ATO’s auditor crackdown

The ATO has labelled the number of SMSF auditors failing basic independence requirements “amazing”, and has included...

21 September 2016 • By Katarina Taurian