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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.
Consultation is now open for the Taxpayers’ Charter review
The charter aims to help people understand their rights and obligations, what they can expect from their interactions with ATO, and what to do if...
Multinational tax top priority for reform
The treasurer has flagged his interest in changing how the government manages money to ensure it can pay for the ballooning cost of services....
Optus hack puts all Australia on alert, accountants in front line
He said risks from the breach went far beyond individual issues for the millions of Optus users whose personal information had been spilled...
Strong August retail sales as consumers keep spending despite cost-of-living challenges
According to the latest Mastercard SpendingPulse™ report trade increased by more than 25 per cent in August compared to the same time last year...
Analysis shows federal politicians will pocket more than $18m over 10 years from stage three tax cuts
As parliament resumes on Monday for three days of sitting before budget week, the Greens have released new modelling from the parliamentary...
Top 5 most in-demand jobs amid Australia’s skills shortage
While cost of living pressures are front of mind for many, most Australians can rest easy in terms of job security, with the current skills...
Labour pains
Brooke Hepburn-Rogers is thinking of creating her own internship program in competition to the big accounting firms in the hope she may be able...
$645m assistance package for taxi industry
NSW Treasurer Matt Kean said $145 million had already been paid out and additional payments would be made early next year, once legislation to...
October budget to fund childcare price inquiry
The government announced it will be investing nearly $11 million in the October budget for a 12-month inquiry into the rising cost of childcare...
Sole traders, contractors ‘should qualify for skills and tech boosts’
General manager Tony Greco said sole traders, partners in a partnership, and independent contractors were currently excluded from accessing the...
