Tax

Tax refunds top $5k for SMEs amid scam surge: CommBank

The highest average tax refunds received by small businesses cashed in at over $5,000 for 2024, new research from...

04 August 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

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Regulation

Accountant forced to fund her own wages in ‘blatant’ exploitation, FWO alleges

The Fair Work Ombudsman has launched legal action against a Sydney-based accounting firm following allegations it...

01 August 2025 • By Emma Partis

Appointments

Grant Thornton appoints new national head of management consulting

The professional services firm has named Wi Liem Chua as the next national head of management consulting.

01 August 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

Alleged ‘money mule’ fraud syndicate busted in ATO-led investigation

An identity, tax and welfare fraud syndicate in Western Sydney has been exposed by the ATO, Australian Federal Police...

01 August 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Commercial Finance Awards launches for 2025

Submissions and nominations are now open for the Commercial Finance Awards 2025, produced in collaboration with...

31 July 2025 • By Accountants Daily

Regulation

ATO responds to $2bn GST fraud scandal

Following concerns raised in the ABC’s Four Corners GST investigation, the Tax Office has said it will aim to improve...

31 July 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Aussie SMEs still optimistic as sales remain volatile, Xero says

Australian small businesses are remaining resilient as they are seeing a slowdown in sales and elevated economic...

31 July 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Technology

‘Opportunity of a lifetime’: Why accountants must stay ahead of the ESG and AI...

An award-winning professional has urged accountants to “move with the times” and stay ahead of incoming changes such...

31 July 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Super

Prepare for Div 296 now, accountants warn

With the Division 296 super tax all but inevitable, accountants should be preparing their clients’ strategies now, a...

30 July 2025 • By Emma Partis

Tax

ATO, lawmakers demand urgent action as GST fraud skyrockets

The Tax Office is strongly warning businesses against committing GST fraud as reports of refund fraud surge.

30 July 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Appointments

The Tax Institute adds Qld rep to National Council

The Tax Institute has added senior lawyer John Ioannou to its national council as its Queensland representative to...

30 July 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

AFSA to home in on 4 ‘key harms’ in FY25

The Australian Financial Security Authority has revealed its regulatory focus for 2025–26 to help identify key harms...

30 July 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Appointments

BDO welcomes 7 new partners to national network

The professional services firm has revealed the appointment of seven additional partners across its Sydney, Brisbane...

29 July 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Tax

ATO’s GIC non-deductibility guidance falls short, says IPA

The ATO’s guidance on the recent law changes to GIC has fallen short in effectively equipping tax practitioners with...

29 July 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Tax

Auditor shopping could be a problem with Div 296: adviser

SMSF trustees may start “shopping around” to get the best market valuation for assets with Division 296 tax on the...

29 July 2025 • By Keeli Cambourne

Business

What the RBA’s surcharge ban means for accountants and their clients

Australia’s payments system is on the cusp of its most significant reset in decades, writes Chris Jewell.

28 July 2025 • By Chris Jewell, Zepto

Appointments

IFPA welcomes newly appointed CEO

The IFPA has revealed the appointment of Ky Wilson as its new chief executive.

28 July 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

‘Cut red tape and boost tech’: SME community needs support, revival

The government must focus on providing increased support to struggling small businesses, enabling them to invest,...

28 July 2025 • By Imogen Wilson