PWC: 2 years on
From www.themandarin.com.au: Two years after the PwC tax leaks scandal, Treasury is still navigating reform issues stemming from the incident, as highlighted by a … read more
QLD sexual harassment prevention plan
From www.tglaw.com.au: From 1 March 2025, employers and other persons conducting a business or undertaking in Queensland must prepare and implement a written sexual … read more
Transport industry liquidations
From worrells.net.au: Worrells has noted a rise in liquidations within the Australian transport industry due to factors such as competitive pricing, the mining downturn, … read more
Super bill on Senate schedule next week
From www.smsfadviser.com: The government plans to bring the controversial Better Targeted Superannuation Concessions Bill before the Senate on February 4.
The SMSF Association expressed … read more
Curious aspects to shake-up of accounting, auditing
From www.themandarin.com.au: The Albanese government proposes a restructuring of accounting, auditing, and sustainability reporting rules, emphasising transparency in the standard-setting process.
The new model … read more
Digital advice and affordability
From www.ifa.com.au: Industry consultants suggest that despite the introduction of digital advice initiatives by five superannuation funds to enhance affordability, the low uptake indicates … read more
Foreign bribery and corruption
From www.aicd.com.au: New laws in Australia, effective September 2024, introduce strict liability for corporations failing to prevent foreign bribery, modeled after the UK’s Bribery … read more
Boardroom negotiations
From www.aicd.com.au: Glin Bayley outlines five essential tactics for successful boardroom negotiation, emphasising the importance of understanding mutual value, utilizing data, and recognizing power … read more
Directors guide to dual listings
From www.aicd.com.au: A secondary stock exchange listing can provide companies with enhanced access to capital and greater investor visibility but also brings increased complexity … read more
Christine Holgate – surviving a storm
From www.aicd.com.au: Christine Holgate, CEO of Team Global Express, discusses her leadership journey and resilience after navigating challenges at Australia Post, where she resigned … read more
Super funds back ASIC over ACCC
From financialnewswire.com.au: The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia has expressed support for the ASIC to oversee the Scams Prevention Framework in financial services, … read more
Defamation Claims Resulting from a Workplace Investigation
From www.hallpayne.com.au: Employees can indeed be defamed during workplace investigations, particularly with allegations that lead to reputational harm.
Defamation claims require proving that a … read more
Practice Succession planning
From www.icaew.com: (UK context) Peter Hollis, founder of Hollis and Co Chartered Accountants, chose an Employee Share Ownership Trust for succession planning to ensure … read more
Turning accountants into TECH producers
From www.accountingtoday.com: Finance functions need to transform traditional roles into digital finance positions that incorporate technology capabilities, as nearly half of current roles must … read more
M&A demand in FP Sector
From www.professionalplanner.com.au: Demand for mergers and acquisitions in the financial planning sector remains high, with 20 to 30 potential buyers for each seller, indicating … read more