Bulk Billing and Payroll Tax Liability for Practices in Victoria
From avant.org.au: Recent changes in Victoria’s Payroll Tax Act now exempt general practice medical businesses from payroll tax liability for bulk billed or fully … read more
Australia’s secret weapon in fighting new tariffs
From smallcaps.com.au: Australia has developed strategies to cope with potential new US tariffs on aluminium and steel, drawing on lessons from previous Chinese trade … read more
ACCC Compliance priorities for 2025-2026
From www.klgates.com: The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has outlined its Compliance and Enforcement priorities for 2025-2026, focusing on consumer protection in the retail … read more
Audit profession must address its appeal to SMEs
From www.accountingweb.co.uk: (UK context) Julia Penny emphasises the need for the audit profession to enhance its appeal to SMEs due to rising concerns about … read more
Construction outlook
From thefifthestate.com.au: The construction market in Victoria is facing challenges primarily due to a private sector reluctance to engage fully in planning and development … read more
Succession planning: is employee ownership the answer?
From www.icaew.com: (UK context; podcast) Experts discuss the suitability of employee ownership trusts for accountancy practices amid challenges in succession planning and growing interest … read more
The mysterious case of the missing accountants
From www.accountingweb.co.uk: (UK context) Despite attractive salaries and varied career opportunities in accountancy, firms are struggling to recruit accountants across all levels.
The post-pandemic … read more
Trump administration shutters Obama-era technology office 18F
From www.accountingtoday.com: (US context) The Trump administration has shut down 18F, a federal office focused on improving government technology, laying off about 85 employees. … read more
Who Is Sergey Brin? The Billionaire co-founder of Google
From www.ibtimes.co.uk: Sergey Brin, co-founder of Google, has advocated for a 60-hour workweek for employees, claiming it is essential for the company to maintain … read more
Treasury won’t enforce BOI penalties against U.S. citizens, businesses
From www.journalofaccountancy.com: (US context) The U.S. Treasury announced that U.S. citizens and businesses will not face fines or penalties for failing to file beneficial … read more
Accounting Websites: 45 Examples for Modern Firms
From futurefirm.co: A well-designed accounting website is crucial for converting visitors into leads, focusing primarily on client benefits and utilising social proof.
Key design … read more
Federal Court upholds claim for contractual lien
From www.holdingredlich.com: The Federal Court upheld a lien clause allowing Lion Global Forwarding Pty Ltd to retain possession of approximately 240 shipping containers valued … read more
How much of your personality should you bring to work?
From cpaaustralia.com.au: Many individuals maintain separate work and personal personas, which can lead to burnout and decreased productivity, according to consultant Jade Green.
She … read more
When is a loan really an Option Fee? And when is an Option a Contract?
From swaab.com.au: Transfer duty regulations and tax minimization strategies in the context of property transactions, particularly those involving option fees and loans, are explored … read more
Consumer Data Right expansion
From the Treasury Ministers: The Albanese Government is expanding the Consumer Data Right (CDR) to include non-bank lending providers, effective mid-2026, to enhance competition … read more