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ATO slams brakes on debts campaign in face of backlash

Frustrated tax agents complained of letters about on-hold tax debts of just a few cents that were a waste of time to...

29 November 2023 • By Philip King

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Women in Finance Podcast: The power of having strong female role models

Following the Women in Finance Summit and Awards 2023, we’re catching up with some of the leading women in the...

17 November 2023 • By Westpac

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ATO refuses to budge until result of Bendel case appeal

Its rulings on when a trust entitlement constitutes a loan remain in place and leave taxpayers with a dilemma,...

17 November 2023 • By Philip King

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Why overseas expansion must factor in foreign tax regimes

The US market may be tempting, but make sure your growth strategy includes the ability to handle regulatory...

17 November 2023 • By Ben Sculls

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Average refund plummets by $580, total payout down $5.4bn

UPDATED: The end of LMITO and revised WFH rules have taken billions out of refunds, ATO figures reveal.

13 November 2023 • By Philip King

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Cyber crims quick to exploit AI sophistication

Grammatical errors and other easy signs of fake messaging are gone and “wealthy, trusting” Australia has become a...

10 November 2023 • By Eftsure

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Why Division 296 sets a stressful precedent

In imposing a levy on unrealised gains, the $3 million super tax bucks basic principles.

10 November 2023 • By Robyn Jacobson

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Too soon to back AAT on Div 7A, accountants told

The recent decision on what constitutes a loan creates a dilemma for advisers who would be “brave” to buck the ATO’s...

10 November 2023 • By Miranda Brownlee