Regulation

TPB opts to caution ‘incompetent’ tax agent

The decision reflects a policy of applying graduated sanctions, the regulator has said.

07 October 2024 • By Christine Chen

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Business

BDO’s big 4 raid continues with 2 key partner hires

The firm has recruited a former PwC director and a Deloitte partner for its growing tax and audit practices.

08 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Esteemed accounting lecture hits 85 years

The Annual Research Lecture facilitated by CPA Australia and the University of Melbourne marked 85 years last week.

07 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Super

Report reveals essential contribution of superannuation

Only one-third of Australians believe they would be able to save for their retirement without compulsory...

07 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

Government fails to deliver on agreed changes to code instrument: joint bodies

Amendments to the code of conduct instrument have led to substantial improvement but issues relating to Section 15...

04 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

The Block’s 2024 properties a ‘tax dream’, says deduction specialist

The most recent Phillip Island resort project featured on The Block is catching the eyes of investors based on tax...

08 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

How to cultivate strategic alliances in the workplace

A financial adviser has outlined how forming relationships in the workplace could help women progress in their careers.

04 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

Company slapped with termination for ‘shocking, fraudulent activity’

The Tax Practitioners Board revealed the “egregious conduct” of a tax agent company has led to its termination for a...

04 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Competition policy must consider SMEs, says NSW small business commissioner

Competition and outcomes need to be improved for small businesses and consumers through regulation and digital...

04 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Plumbing business wins appeal in super guarantee charge case

The Administrative Appeals Tribunal has overturned a previous decision by the ATO which found the worker was an...

03 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Companies

Nexia Brisbane joins forces with Moore Australia

Moore Australia (QLD/NNSW) has announced the acquisition of Nexia Brisbane, effective 1 October 2024.

03 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

SMEs to slash spending on cyber security despite risks: Business NSW

Tough economic conditions are forcing SMEs to cut spending on cyber security despite an increased risk of cyber crime,...

03 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

Accountant charged with making false statements to ASIC

A Dural tax agent has been charged for lodging forms that were allegedly false or misleading in relation to three...

02 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Technology

Report flags issues surrounding spend and expense controls

Australian finance leaders are struggling with a lack of robust spend and expense controls, according to a recent...

02 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Small business lending exemption gets 2-year extension

The government says the measure is “working well” and improving the sector’s access to finance.

02 October 2024 • By Christine Chen

Business

TASA determination ‘still problematic’ despite improvements, specialist warns

The recent amendments to the TASA determination have led to significant improvements from the original but will still...

02 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

SMEs urged to remain vigilant against cyber crime

Small businesses need to be wary of cyber crime to avoid losing crucial profits in the current economic climate, SME...

02 October 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Accounting side gigs ‘a transition strategy’ to business ownership, says CEO

Setting up a bookkeeping or accounting side gig may be an effective way for those working in corporate accounting to...

01 October 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee