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Tax office tipped to release new ruling

The ATO will release a public ruling on a transition to retirement income stream (TRIS) strategy involving payments...

21 January 2016 • By Miranda Brownlee

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New standard to bring transparency, says KPMG

A new accounting standard, published by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB), will bring increased...

15 January 2016 • By Staff Reporter

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Accountants deemed liable in penalty tax hearing

A prominent mid-tier firm has been found liable for substantial tax penalties after it failed in its appeal of a court...

13 January 2016 • By Mitchell Turner

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Consultant slams limited licensing as 'half-hearted'

Accountants looking to diversify into financial planning have been urged to seek a full AFS licence, with one industry...

13 January 2016 • By Staff Reporter

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UK tax network announces Australian expansion

A prominent UK-based accounting network has confirmed plans to move into the Australian market, with the first...

12 January 2016 • By Mitchell Turner

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New regime will 'inevitably' lead to litigation

Accountants have been warned the “vague and flowery” advice they are at risk of giving once the accountants’ exemption...

11 January 2016 • By Miranda Brownlee

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FOFA to increase cost of advice, warns Smithink

FOFA has failed in its bid to achieve better financial advice for consumers, with the new licensing regime imposed on...

07 January 2016 • By Michael Masterman

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Government seeks to streamline business reporting

The government has reiterated its plan to simplify and streamline business reporting processes with the implementation...

07 January 2016 • By Staff Reporter