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HECS threshold changes hit taxpayers hard

The government has announced a notable drop in the HECS debt repayment thresholds from next year.

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Highly anticipated R&D changes missing from budget

One mid-tier has indicated that businesses will feel disappointed that the budget didn’t include any significant...

10 May 2017 • By Lara Bullock