The 2026 global economy: nervously muddling through
The world economy enters 2026 in a nervous state. Volatility and cautious consumers are the norm, even though growth has proven surprisingly resilient.
The 2026 global economy: nervously muddling through
The world economy enters 2026 in a nervous state. Volatility and cautious consumers are the norm,...
Payday Super arrives midyear. Are your clients ready?
Payday Super will mean more admin and costs for small businesses, says the IPA’s Tony Greco....
Five defences in your fight against cyber villains
In 2026, cybersecurity feels more and more like a James Bond thriller – but with voice cloning and...
Glad tidings for 2026
When we stand back from the day-to-day, we see the bigger picture: 2025 brought a lot of good news...
Data hoarding is a risk you can’t afford
Regulators ask accountants to keep records for years, but privacy laws demand deletion of old...
Avoiding your own Deloitte AI moment
Deloitte’s latest AI blunder earned it global embarrassment. For accountants using AI,...
A fairer GIC? The ATO promises change
After a chorus of complaints from accountants, the ATO is finally reforming its general interest...
The Big Four’s towers start to shake
For years, the Big Four seemed invincible. Now, slowing growth, major scandals, and tech...
Tax ombudsman to IPA members: please complain
Australia’s Tax Ombudsman has a simple message for accountants: don’t be afraid to...
A lifeline for accountants in crisis
Accountants are experts at managing financial risk for clients. But what about their own? The IPA...
Solomon Islands: small businesses, big potential
Micro, small, and medium enterprises are the engine of many economies. In the Solomon Islands, they hold the key to a more prosperous future.
Disciplinary action keeps the profession accountable
Public trust is the bedrock of the accounting profession – and the IPA's complaints and disciplinary function safeguards this trust. Here’s how it works.
Division 296: A lesson in ignoring good tax principles
The federal government has finally rethought its flawed Division 296 tax plan and removed its worst features. Now it has to fix a mess of its own making.
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