Regulation

Government sidestepping ethics, professional accountability recommendations,...

The federal government’s response to the Parliamentary Joint Committee report on ethics and professional...

18 February 2026 • By Amelia McNamara

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Tax

Tax Institute calls for greater clarity in ATO rental property tax guidance

In a submission regarding the ATO’s freshly updated guidance on rental property tax deductions, The Tax Institute has...

18 February 2026 • By Emma Partis

Business

Websites, social media the most effective marketing avenues for accounting firms

High-growth accounting firms have found success leaning on their digital presence to boost client acquisition via...

17 February 2026 • By Carlos Tse

Regulation

CA ANZ suspends member following ASIC disqualification

CA ANZ has suspended a member and ordered him to pay almost $10,000 in costs after he was disqualified as an SMSF...

17 February 2026 • By Emma Partis

Business

Why so many capable business owners feel financially incapable – and how...

Accounting doesn’t just measure performance; it shapes how people relate to money, risk, and responsibility. With that...

16 February 2026 • By Amy Fox, CPA

Business

Issues already with ASIC removal of director address details

Matthew Burgess, director at View Legal, has highlighted issues with ASIC's removal of director address details on...

17 February 2026 • By Matthew Burgess, View Legal

Tax

Winding-up case against alleged $14m tax avoidance scheme gets green light

A liquidator has been given the green light to proceed with winding-up claims against 26 individuals and companies...

16 February 2026 • By Emma Partis

Regulation

Bankruptcy fraudster slammed with 2.5-year jail sentence

An AFSA investigation has led to the imprisonment of a Queensland man for 2.5 years for bankruptcy fraud.

16 February 2026 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

‘More help on the way’ for Aussie SMEs, government says

As small business news continues to be doom and gloom, the government is extending assistance programs in a bid to...

16 February 2026 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

APESB celebrates its 20-year anniversary

After its 20th birthday last week (7 February), the Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board (APESB)...

13 February 2026 • By Carlos Tse

Regulation

CA ANZ terminates membership of jailed ex-liquidator

CA ANZ has officially terminated the membership of former liquidator Peter Amos, who was sentenced to prison for...

13 February 2026 • By Imogen Wilson

Appointments

My Accounts names new COO

The Sydney-based bookkeeping firm has welcomed Michael Spurr into its ranks as chief operating officer.

13 February 2026 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Intuit launches accountant suite in Australia

The global financial technology giant has unveiled the launch of Intuit Accountant Suite, aiming to provide accounting...

12 February 2026 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

NDIS provider charged for allegedly shifting $859k to personal gambling accounts

A Western Australian NDIS provider has been charged for allegedly transferring $859,000 out of his support business to...

11 February 2026 • By Emma Partis

Business

Personal insolvency spike reflects ongoing economic pressure

The end of 2025 saw an increase in personal insolvencies, with a 38 per cent year-on-year jump recorded in December.

12 February 2026 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Wage theft reforms force payroll under the compliance microscope

Following the release of the Yellow Canary 2026 State of Payroll Compliance Report, it has become obvious that...

12 February 2026 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

How SMEs can tackle sluggish trading periods

To protect profitability and smooth cash flow during quieter trading periods, HLB Mann Judd has recommended that SMEs...

11 February 2026 • By Carlos Tse

Business

Small suppliers being squeezed by slow payments

Small suppliers are being squeezed by slow payments, recently released data from the Payment Times Reporting Regulator...

11 February 2026 • By Emma Partis