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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.
New guidelines aim to combat cyber crime
“We are increasingly concerned that criminals are committing tax refund fraud by stealing data and impersonating taxpayers,” ATO deputy...
ATO flags e-invoicing opportunities for businesses
In a recent update, the ATO said that the adoption of e-invoicing can help businesses simplify and automate the exchange and processing of...
Queensland businesses encouraged to go green
Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) chief commercial officer Alex Zafiriadis said, already, businesses that could not prove they...
ATO issues reminder on making BDBN updates for SMSFs
In a recent update, the ATO flagged the importance for advisers to remind clients to think about what they want to happen to their superannuation...
ATO releases draft protocol for legal privilege claims
The protocol has been developed to assist legal professionals and their advisers when making legal professional privilege (LPP) claims in...
Consumer confidence holds ahead of reopening
Consumer confidence is at a standstill as NSW and Victoria creep towards reopening their respective economies. Read more at...
Existing providers on a ‘career break’ offered FASEA relief
ASIC has confirmed existing providers taking a career break by 31 December this year will not be required to pass the FASEA exam by 1 January...
Calls for Australian regulators to be audited after KPMG cheating scandal
Last week, it was revealed that the accounting firm had been fined US$450,000 by US watchdog the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board...
Market correction debate intensifies as ASX’s horror month continues
The Australian market’s September performance continues to disappoint, as of Tuesday the exchange was down by 3.81 per cent. Read more at...
COVID-19 has cemented the era of digital banking, but trust in it falls short
Trust remains a significant shortcoming for many of Australia’s banks and financial institutions, traditional or otherwise. According to new...
