On the front line

On the front line

There’s no mistaking Lielette Calleja’s passion for small business from the outset as she rolls out countless ideas for improving one’s work/life balance and tips for streamlining operations. Yet beneath that chirpy disposition lies a brutal heartache — losing her...
New member benefits as IPA partners with non-major bank

New member benefits as IPA partners with non-major bank

The partnership with St.George, inclusive of St.George Bank, Bank of Melbourne, and BankSA, will provide IPA members access to “competitive” home loan rates and mortgage advice.“We are delighted to form an alliance with such strong and reputable brands in the banking...
TPB sanctions on the cards for data law non-compliance

TPB sanctions on the cards for data law non-compliance

New privacy laws, the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme, came into effect on 22 February, requiring entities, agencies, and organisations to provide notice to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) and impacted individuals in the event of a...
ATO spotlights ‘other’ deductions for 2018 tax time

ATO spotlights ‘other’ deductions for 2018 tax time

The ATO has issued a warning on ‘other work-related expenses’, with substantiation a priority for the tax office as it seeks to clampdown on false claims.“Substantiation will be a key focus area for the ATO this year,” said ATO assistant commissioner Kath...
What to expect for tax in 2018

What to expect for tax in 2018

Besides the much anticipated superannuation changes that kicked in on 1 July 2017, there have been a number of other changes that have divided the accounting industry, while 2018 is set to bring about a slew of tweaks that will keep accountants on their toes....