Google to kill Chrome Sync on older browser versions
From www.bleepingcomputer.com: Google will discontinue the Chrome Sync feature for versions of the Chrome browser that are over four years old starting in early … read more
Qld urged to pass GP payroll tax exemption
From www.accountantsdaily.com.au: The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners advocates for the introduction of a payroll tax exemption for GPs in Queensland, noting its … read more
Election 2025: The adviser edit
From www.knowledgeshop.com.au: Political parties have launched early campaigns for the upcoming election, revealing key policy announcements beneficial to accountants and advisers.
Notable proposals include … read more
DWP uses AI to read claimants’ correspondence
From www.theguardian.com: The Department for Work and Pensions has been piloting an AI system called “white mail” to efficiently read and prioritise correspondence from … read more
M&A in 2025: Key Drivers
From alvarezandmarsal.com: M&A activity is expected to surge in 2025, driven by economic stabilization, technological advancements, and private equity momentum, despite increased regulatory scrutiny. … read more
Do Australian Expats Need to Complete a Tax Return?
From atlaswealth.com: Australian expats generally need to lodge a tax return only if they have Australian-sourced income or outstanding HECS/HELP debts, and non-residents do … read more
What makes a mortgage broker great?
From prosolution.com.au: A great mortgage broker possesses five key attributes: significant property investment experience, strong tax knowledge, a solution-focused mindset, a client base similar … read more
Seven indicted in huge U.S. COVID-relief fraud
From www.accountingtoday.com: (US context) Seven individuals, including tax preparers Keith Williams and Janine Davis, have been indicted for allegedly filing over 8,000 false payroll … read more
DeepSeek’s systems strained, draws attacks
From www.accountingtoday.com: DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, experienced a rapid surge in popularity following the introduction of its R1 model, which was compared favorably … read more
Policies are Promises – Sham Dismissals
From www.cbp.com.au: The High Court’s decision in Elisha v Vision Australia Ltd [2024] HCA 50 established that employers must adhere to their disciplinary procedures … read more
Concerns for business under Privacy amendments
From colemangreig.com.au: The Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 introduces significant changes to the Privacy Act 1988, including a new statutory tort for … read more
Clearance Certificates Apply to All Properties
From www.bantacs.com.au: A clearance certificate is now mandatory for selling any real estate in Australia to prevent withholding 15% of the sale price by … read more
12 picks for an income portfolio – Q4 2024 update
From morningstar.com.au: An update on the performance of income portfolio picks, emphasising the generation of passive income through growth and high-yield investments.… read more
Positively geared property investments
From apimagazine.com.au: Despite high interest rates, robust investor activity continues in the property market, with a shift towards attached dwellings like units, townhouses, and … read more