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Regulation
ASIC sues Auto & General alleging unfair contracts
The regulator says a requirement by the insurer imposes an “unclear obligation” that could “mislead or confuse”.
06 April 2023 • By Philip King
Regulation
For some, greenhushing means it’s all quiet on the climate front
06 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
Technology
BGL supplies simple SMSF reporting with accountantsGPS integration
06 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
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Business
RBA decision ‘welcome relief’, say experts
The first rate pause after a year of increases will give the bank time to assess the full effect of previous rises.
05 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
Tax
ATO calls on accountants to ensure smooth FBT returns
As the lodgment date looms, the Tax Office delivers an A to Z on FBT.
05 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
Regulation
Insolvent financial firms put $692m of claims in limbo, AFCA reveals
The compensation scheme of last resort will be crucial for almost 5,000 complaints on hold due to company wind-ups.
05 April 2023 • By Philip King
Business
RBA reveals landmark April interest rate decision
The RBA has announced its cash rate decision following consecutive rate rises to start the year.
04 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
Appointments
William Buck fast-tracks audit specialist to director
The firm’s Victorian branch boosts its team in a complex area during “challenging times”.
06 April 2023 • By Philip King
Business
‘Accountants key’ to meeting tighter ESG rules
Companies will look to tax professionals to help them achieve greater sustainability levels required by increasing...
05 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
Technology
$19m digital advice program aims to move small businesses online
Three suppliers have been named for round two of government’s subsidised technology assistance scheme.
04 April 2023 • By Philip King
Regulation
Seafood labelling regime ‘huge burden’ on hospitality
The small business ombudsman says proposed country-of-origin rules would be a nightmare in practice.
04 April 2023 • By Philip King
Technology
BGL provides automated crypto data with Syla
The integration will make it easier for accountants facing increased crypto compliance measures as digital currency...
04 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
Regulation
Fraudulent SME business insurer sentenced to nearly three years in jail
The dishonest actor obtained almost $100,000 by providing invalid insurance to small businesses.
04 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
Regulation
Two jailed for separate multi-million dollar tax fraud schemes
Joint ATO-AFP taskforce results in prison for fake BAS lodgements and the first jail term for alleged members of an...
03 April 2023 • By Philip King
Super
Accountants must highlight dangers of raiding super: ATO
The Tax Office tells the industry to alert clients that there are consequences from illegal early access schemes.
03 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
Business
EY Australia selects pharmacy magnate as entrepreneur of the year
The Chemist Warehouse founder goes to Monaco in June to represent Australia at the global final.
03 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
Business
Paycepaid acquires Australian Debt Recoveries
The deal will provide accountants and bookkeepers with a fully integrated end-to-end accounts receivables system, the...
03 April 2023 • By Josh Needs
Super
ATO warns SMSF on sole purpose test for property investment
Property investment by an SMSF will fail the sole purpose test if it provides pre-retirement benefit to someone such...
31 March 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne
Regulation
FWO targets underpayment of apprentices
The ombudsman has secured more than $15,000 in penalties against an electrical services business that paid an...
31 March 2023 • By Josh Needs
Business
KPMG moves to ESG-designed Parramatta office
The firm’s recently finished centre has been designed to promote employee wellbeing and an enhanced workplace...
31 March 2023 • By Zarah Torrazo
