Tax

Major tax reform critical to SME growth, government told

The business network has called for urgent tax reform to support Australian small businesses and taxpayers.

29 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

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Super

SMSFA hits back at Chalmers over div 296 consultation claims

The SMSF Association has refuted Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ claims that the government undertook “heaps of consultation”...

28 January 2025 • By Emma Partis

Regulation

TPB sheds light on required standards for breach reports

The Tax Practitioners Board has clarified that practitioners are not required to report breaches where a claim is...

27 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

RACGP urges Qld government to pass GP payroll tax exemption

The government’s payroll tax exemption for specialist GPs is critical for improving access to this essential...

28 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

Treasurer slams Coalition’s $20k ‘long lunch’ tax deduction

Jim Chalmers has hit out at the opposition’s proposed $20,000 tax deduction for meal and entertainment expenses,...

24 January 2025 • By Emma Partis

Regulation

TPB provides clarity on timeline for reporting breaches

The regulator has clarified how the breach reporting obligations operate in relation to the start date.

24 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Appointments

William Buck announces new chair for Australia and New Zealand

Greg Travers, who has been with the firm for 25 years, has been appointed chair of William Buck Australia and New...

23 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

Coalition vows to repeal Div 296

The Coalition would repeal the Division 296 tax if it passes into law before the election.

24 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Appointments

Moore Australia announces 3 promotions across network

Accounting firm Moore Australia has announced the promotions of Chris Dickie, Natasia Capaldo and Jackie Slarks.

23 January 2025 • By Emma Partis

Tax

FSC pushes for systemic tax reform ahead of election

The Financial Services Council is calling for lower corporate tax rates and for the composition of Australia’s taxes...

23 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Regulation

Small firm accountants face major barriers to auditor registration

Requirements heavily geared towards large audit firms are making it near impossible for accountants from smaller firms...

23 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

Accounting bodies continue fight against GIC deduction changes

Making the general interest charge non-deductible would unduly penalise taxpayers who have made honest mistakes in...

22 January 2025 • By Emma Partis

Appointments

Government announces reappointment for Board of Taxation

Andrea Laing has been re-appointed as a part-time member of the Board of Taxation for a three-year term.

22 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Tax

FBT, GST complexities flagged with $20k deduction proposal

Careful consideration of how the Coalition’s proposed $20,000 business deduction interacts with fringe benefits tax...

22 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

CBA launches SME cash flow management course

Australian small businesses continue to face barriers, with 80 per cent of SMEs experiencing cash flow challenges.

23 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

COSBOA issues workplace law change reminder for SMEs

The small business advocate has flagged important upcoming changes to workplace laws set to be effective this year.

22 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Loan industry flatlines amid sluggish economic activity

Small business loan activity has remained stagnant across 2024 due to negative business conditions and confidence,...

21 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

NSW business confidence remains subdued despite uptick

NSW has experienced a slight shift in small business confidence, increasing by 4 percentage points.

21 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson