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SME, sustainability focus needed in Measuring What Matters framework
As the government’s wellbeing framework is entrenched more into the Australian workforce, the Institute of Public Accountants is calling for a broader focus and scope o...
Finalists revealed for Commercial Finance Awards 2025
Several accounting professionals and businesses have been announced as finalists in this year’s Commercial Finance Awards.
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Personal insolvencies see uptick in FY24–25
The 2024–25 financial year saw a modest increase in new personal insolvencies, up 5.3 per cent in comparison to the previous year.
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Perth auditing firm coughs up $78k ASIC penalty
Nexia Perth Audit Services has paid a penalty to comply with an infringement notice issued by ASIC.
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Edging closer to a decision in Bendel
This article unpacks the key arguments advanced by the parties in the Bendel appeal before the High Court.
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‘Bold action’ required on super to protect older women from poverty
Australia could be at risk of driving its older women into poverty as they enter retirement as gender gaps in superannuation continue to worsen, the peak super body has r...
‘We don’t feel cared for’: Tax agents push for reinstalment of ATO relationship managers
Tax practitioners are consistently struggling to engage with the ATO, with a practitioner calling for the regulator to reinstate its long-retired relationship managers.
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ATO NALI ruling is welcome, but gaps remain, SMSF Association says
The SMSF Association has welcomed a long-awaited ruling from the ATO regarding non-arm’s length income and contributions.
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RBA delivers September 2025 rate call
The Reserve Bank has delivered its highly anticipated September interest rate decision. Accounting Home Loans breaks down what the rate call will mean for prospective hom...
Altus Financial merges with Honan Partners
Integrated private client advice firm Altus Financial has entered its second merger in as many months, this time teaming up with Sydney advice practice Honan Partners.
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‘Accountants are increasingly sophisticated buyers’ of tech solutions
New research has revealed what accountants and bookkeepers look for in accounting technology platforms, with nearly half prioritising features and functionality.
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‘Ensuring sustainable futures’: 2025 accounting council elections kick off
Council election season is here, meaning it’s time to have your say on each respective accounting body’s council to positively impact and influence the evolving accou...
More certainty for accountants in revised LCR
The revised LCR 2021/2 will give accountants working in the SMSF sector more confidence, a legal specialist says.
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Bribery, brothels, breaches of confidence: ATO officer loses appeal against imprisonment
A former ATO client engagement officer has lost an appeal against a five-year prison sentence for accepting a $100,000 bribe in return for a favourable tax audit.
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Creative industries need holistic tax reform boost, says The Tax Institute
As conversations around tax reform to funnel more money into the NSW arts sector continue, The Tax Institute is jumping on board to champion holistic tax reform as a nece...
How to detect and prevent elder abuse when advising older clients: RSM
Elder abuse is an unfortunate reality that some accountants and advisors come across whilst working with older clients. So, what are the red flags, and what can be done i...
What does the future of business look like in accounting?
Businesses and accountants are being urged to be proactive and forthcoming in their approach to AI to stay ahead of the curve and drive the future of their business.
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Grattan proposal raises ‘serious concerns’: auditing expert
A leading SMSF auditor has said the Grattan Institute’s recent proposal to Treasury, suggesting that retirees be directed to put 80 per cent of their super balance ab...
Accounting bodies welcome Board of Taxation ‘red tape’ review
The government has tasked the Board of Taxation with slashing red tape and reducing compliance burdens, a move welcomed by accounting industry bodies.
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CA ANZ offers feedback on ATO’s draft concessions framework
The professional accounting body has backed the Tax Office’s efforts to refresh its approach to providing taxpayer relief concessions following numerous member complain...
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