From financialnewswire.com.au: The Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association has criticised ASIC for its proposal to publicly name financial services licensees regarding internal dispute resolution and reportable situations data.… read more
From financialnewswire.com.au: The Australian Securities and Investments Commission is appealing to the High Court for clarification on the definition of “financial product,” particularly concerning crypto-assets.… read more
From gtlaw.com.au: ASIC has issued new guidance for buy now pay later providers and updated its processes to include electronic signatures and a digital licence application portal.… read more
From www.accountantsdaily.com.au: The ATO has warned trustees of family trusts about the rising risk of family trust distribution tax due to inadequate record-keeping and succession planning.… read more
From www.accountantsdaily.com.au: The Institute of Public Accountants warns that the introduction of Division 296 tax will increase administration and audit costs for super funds, especially those holding illiquid assets or defined benefit funds.… read more
From atlaswealth.com: The 2025 Labor election in Australia indicates potential tax reforms impact expatriates, including increased scrutiny on offshore income and possible reductions in capital gains tax discounts and negative gearing.… read more
From retirementessentials.com.au: Older Australians can continue working while receiving the Age Pension, with the Work Bonus allowing them to earn up to $300 per fortnight without affecting their pension payments.… read more
From www.aicd.com.au: Directors should adopt a growth mindset to enhance agility and innovation within their organizations, viewing challenges as opportunities for continuous learning and improvement.… read more
From cpaaustralia.com.au: Crafting an effective business case requires more than just presenting financial data; it involves creating a compelling narrative that illustrates the problem and the proposed solution’s benefits.… read more
From www.spruson.com: Filing a provisional patent application can present numerous challenges for inventors, especially those who choose to self-file.
Key issues include maintaining proper filing strategy, managing disclosures before and after filing, and ensuring the patent specification is adequately drafted to meet legal requirements.… read more
From futurefirm.co: Authenticity is essential for effective content marketing in the AI-driven digital landscape, as consumers increasingly seek genuine human connection.
Relying too heavily on AI-generated content can be detrimental, as polished posts may not resonate as well with audiences craving raw and real communication.… read more
From alvarezandmarsal.com: Treasurer Jaclyn Symes introduces the first Allan Labor Government Budget for Victoria, focusing on financial management and investment in essential services.
The budget projects total revenue growth and outlines key tax updates, including the transition from the Fire Services Property Levy to the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund.… read more
From hamiltonlocke.com.au: The re-elected Labor Government plans to reform the foreign resident capital gains tax, clarifying which assets are subject to taxation.
Expected to take effect from 1 July 2025, these changes include a new “close economic connection” test and amended notification requirements.… read more
From Atlas Wealth Group: James Ridley and Brett Evans discuss the ALP’s recent election victory, Peter Dutton’s loss, and its implications for expats in Expat Chat Episode 141.… read more
From www.accountantsdaily.com.au: Most accounting firms plan to raise their prices in 2025 due to rising business costs and increasing regulatory complexities, according to a report by Ignition.… read more