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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.
Inquiry launched into Commonwealth COVID-19 policy expenditure
The joint committee of public accounts and audit on Monday announced that it has commenced an inquiry into key policymaking processes related to...
ATO urges first time investors to keep their records straight
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has a message for first time investors: keep your records up-to-date. The ATO often encounters mistakes such...
ATO hits pause on ‘firmer’ tax debt collection
The move will see individuals and businesses in NSW, Victoria, and the ACT given more leeway around their tax debts as the ATO looks to mitigate...
ASIC reveals close scrutiny of super industry
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) will narrow in on communication from all superannuation funds, paying close attention...
RBA sets sights on 4% unemployment
The RBA has provided a snapshot of the current economic climate and how it intends to achieve economic growth into the future. Read more at...
Calls for share scheme reform mount in the face of ‘economic crisis’
The standing committee on tax and revenue tabled its Owning a Share of Your Work: Tax Treatment of Employee Share Schemes (ESS) report last week,...
ATO queried over Top 100 engagement approach
The ATO last week released guidance on its approach to monitoring and maintenance among its Top 100 Justified Trust Program, which will see large...
NSW not-for-profits get targeted financial aid
A new grant has earmarked $200 million for NSW not-for-profits struggling due to hardships imposed by the COVID lockdowns across the state. The...
ATO’s latest diversity and inclusion strategy asks senior execs to step up
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released the latest iteration of its diversity and inclusion strategy, the third such plan drafted by...
Ongoing job losses spur renewed calls for national wage subsidy
New payroll data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) last week showed a 9.2 per cent job decline in Western Sydney over the...
