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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.
Proposed SMSF reporting measures slammed as ‘unreasonable’
The Treasury recently released for consultation a range of miscellaneous amendments to portfolio laws which include a significant change to the...
Treasury details JobMaker rules, eliminates sole traders
The Treasury has released the exposure draft Coronavirus Economic Response Package (Payments and Benefits) Amendment Rules (No. 9) 2020 for...
AFSA sounds dodgy adviser warning ahead of insolvency wave
The personal insolvency regulator has now launched a public campaign to raise awareness on the prevalence of dodgy insolvency advisers and...
Tax system disincentivises working mothers, modelling reveals
The Tax Institute pointed to cameo modelling from presenter Professor Miranda Stewart showing the impact of the Australian tax system on...
AAT upholds commissioner’s decision in excess contributions case
The decision of Purcell and Commissioner of Taxation (Taxation) [2020] AATA 4235 involved voluntary superannuation contributions made by Elaine...
ATO to recommence programs to tackle shadow economy
The Australian Taxation Office has announced it will be resuming its review and audit programs addressing shadow economy behaviour. While the Tax...
ASIC faces fresh questions on industry super campaign
Responding to questions on notice from Liberal backbencher and House economics committee member Jason Falinski, ASIC said it would “consider...
ATO warns business against using ‘artificial mechanisms’ to cheat schemes
Full expensing of plant and equipment and the ability to carry back losses are two measures introduced in the budget with the aim of encouraging...
Government change of heart could stop adviser exodus
In a communication to members on Monday, AIOFP executive director Peter Johnston said it was important for advisers suffering significant stress...
Centrelink readies to resume debt recovery scheme
From 2 November, Services Australia will begin contacting welfare recipients if they think people have been paid too much, with the government...




















