Business

Distressed small businesses flock to shelter of SBR

A spike in applications shows the scheme is gaining traction as a way to handle debts and remain operating, says...

10 October 2023 • By Philip King

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Tax

Victoria land tax ‘onslaught’ could spark investor exodus

The expansion of the state’s vacant residential land tax follows a string of recent property tax changes and hikes.

09 October 2023 • By Christine Chen

Regulation

PwC partners failed to self-disclose, CA ANZ admits

Members are required to report themselves for sanctionable conduct but none came forward, parliamentary inquiry hears.

09 October 2023 • By Philip King

Tax

ATO loosens constraints on client linking process

The window to complete nominations expands fourfold and a report feature details linking requests, the Tax Office says.

09 October 2023 • By Philip King

Regulation

ChangeGPS sounds alarm over clause in CA ANZ conduct rules

Members could be forced to refund or waive fees to a client under one resolution currently up for vote, the software...

09 October 2023 • By Philip King

Business

CEOs confident despite economic headwinds, survey finds

Local bosses cite cyber crime, the cost of living and trade regulations as key threats to growth, KPMG says.

06 October 2023 • By Philip King

Tax

Former students caught out by HECS index and complex rules

Accountants say first home buyers and those living overseas are struggling to manage their obligations.

06 October 2023 • By Christine Chen

Regulation

Monash Uni loses appeal to rewrite staff agreements, dodge $9m bill

UPDATED: The university wanted to classify all student consultations within a week of lectures and tutorials as unpaid...

06 October 2023 • By Christine Chen

Business

Scrap ‘problematic’ accountants’ certificates, Canberra told

The documents are no longer fit for purpose and create increased litigation risk for accountants, three professional...

06 October 2023 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Torrent of disapproval greets CA ANZ finances

Social media comments range from accusations the body is failing to live “within its means” to allegations that...

05 October 2023 • By Philip King and Christine Chen

Business

‘Covid changed merger dynamics, tech has become a wildcard’

The big players are long gone together with acquisitions for the sake of it, says one specialist, but AI could be a...

05 October 2023 • By Philip King

Technology

Software overload means most CFOs stick to manual processes

With some finance leaders juggling over 50 different tools, technology is leaving them overwhelmed and ill-equipped to...

05 October 2023 • By Christine Chen

Super

ATO steps up data-matching to snare late super payments

STP 2 and more sophisticated software enables the Tax Office to monitor payments quarter by quarter, a technical...

05 October 2023 • By Miranda Brownlee

Appointments

CPA Australia appoints president, shakes up board

Veteran academic and board director Dale Pinto succeeds Merran Kelsall.

04 October 2023 • By Christine Chen

Business

Experts call for rate cut after RBA decision

“A rate decrease would be a welcome Christmas present,” said one expert.

04 October 2023 • By Christine Chen

Business

Voice can enhance accounting profession, talent pool: CA ANZ

CA ANZ is the only accounting body to publicly support the Yes vote for the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.

04 October 2023 • By Christine Chen

Tax

AAT decision overturns ATO ruling on trusts and Div 7A

Thousands of trusts have fallen into line with the Tax Office’s position that an unpaid present entitlement to a...

04 October 2023 • By Philip King

Business

Bullock brings steady hand to debut as RBA governor

Economic uncertainty persists but the RBA believes inflation will continue on a downward trend.

03 October 2023 • By Christine Chen