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‘Surprising’ 2017 reports prompt ASIC’s caution to accountants, auditors

ASIC has released its focus areas for the year ending 31 December 2017 financial reports, calling on accountants and...

11 December 2017 • By Jotham Lian

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New property scheme passes, with new carve-outs

As per this year's federal budget, the First Home Super Saver Scheme has passed both houses, but there are amendments...

07 December 2017 • By Miranda Brownlee

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Accountant caught up in high-profile FWO smackdown

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the franchisee of a multi-national company for allegedly...

07 December 2017 • By Jotham Lian

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Government moves on tax deductible gift recipients

The federal government has made official moves to reform the administration and oversight of organisations with...

06 December 2017 • By Reporter

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‘Significant roadblock’ faces Australia’s tax system

The US Senate’s passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which includes corporate tax reform, will likely have a knock-on...

05 December 2017 • By Katarina Taurian

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How the tax profession can stay relevant

Promoted by Some members of the tax profession have argued that the Australian Taxation Office – by introducing...

04 December 2017 • By Steve Healey CTA (Life)*

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Mid-tier nabs CA after multi-billion dollar deal

To boost its corporate finance division, a mid-tier firm has appointed a chartered accountant and ex-KPMG manager...

04 December 2017 • By Katarina Taurian

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Hundreds of accountants' licence applications knocked back

New data from ASIC shows that over 200 applications for a limited licence were not accepted for lodgement this year,...

30 November 2017 • By Katarina Taurian