‘Re-energise’ SMEs with 14 steps: ASBFEO
The small business advocate has identified top reform priorities to reinvigorate small businesses currently struggling in the current economic climate.
PROFESSION • Thu, 08 Aug 2024
Accountants need to become storytellers, says CA ANZ
Storytelling and incorporating Indigenous culture into the workplace will aid in attracting First Nations people to the accounting industry, according to the ...
PROFESSION • Wed, 07 Aug 2024
Cafe owner receives 6-year sentence for $1m GST fraud
A South Australian man was arrested and sentenced to six years and six months behind bars after he obtained over $1 million in fraudulent GST refunds.
ATO issues reminder on record-keeping requirements for taxpayers
The Tax Office has reminded taxpayers to consider what work-related expenses they could claim with appropriate supporting records this financial year.
TAX • Wed, 07 Aug 2024
SME growth in SA stunted by government: e61 Institute
Government reforms to remove payroll tax for small businesses in South Australia back in 2019 have backfired and instead restricted growth, according to the e61 Institute
SMC launches initiative to boost awareness about super
Public knowledge and understanding of how super works remains low among Australians despite many regarding it as important for future financial wellbeing, according to ...
PROFESSION • Tue, 06 Aug 2024
SME business confidence continues steady decline: Prospa
The decline in long-term small business confidence in Australia is set to continue based on research by small business lender Prospa.
First Nations accountants play critical role for local communities, says CA ANZ
The professional body is focused on attracting and retaining Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to the accounting profession to facilitate representation and ...
PROFESSION • Mon, 05 Aug 2024
NALSPA calls for e-bike FBT amendment
The fringe benefits tax exemption laws on e-bikes constrain potential economic and environmental benefits for Australia, according to the National Automotive Leasing and ...