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Taxpayers get refunds despite having debts on hold
ATO says “an issue” means the offsetting system is failing to pay down outstanding amounts.
18 August 2023 • By Philip King
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Medical centres confront $600k payroll tax bills or closure
16 August 2023 • By Philip King
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NSW, Victoria prescribe GP payroll tax without amnesty sweetener
15 August 2023 • By Philip King
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