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Lacklustre December productivity growth spurs PC to double down on reform calls

Emma Partis | 1 minute read

The Productivity Commission has doubled down on its calls for government policy action after labour productivity continued to disappoint in the December 2025 quarter.

Middle East crisis, rate increases reignite insolvency concerns

Insolvency volumes stabilised in the first half of the financial year, but increased pressures on businesses have sparked fears that insolvencies could rise again this year, says Insolvency Australia.

Treasurer under pressure to cut CGT discount before budget

Fatima Payman has said the government should introduce changes to the CGT discount and negative gearing now, rather than delay potential reform.

Senator airs alleged KPMG tender integrity failures, independence breaches

Deborah O’Neill has raised “serious concerns” about alleged misconduct at KPMG, including breaches of independence and the misuse of confidential information, following a whistleblower tip-off.

If Australia rations fuel, will accountants have to WFH again?
Ethics more important in the age of AI, CPA says

As CPA Australia celebrated its 140th anniversary at a gala dinner in Sydney in March, the accounting body has emphasised the continuing need for trusted, accountable professionals.

Global volatility having mixed impacts on Australia’s M&A market

Australian companies and not for profits are turning to M&A deals to secure their futures amid an increasingly volatile economic environment, surveys have indicated.

Using AI to automate transactional work, redesign roles
Clayton Utz welcomes former ATO litigator to Sydney team

Law firm Clayton Utz has welcomed former senior ATO litigator Rimma Miller to its Sydney office in a move to bolster the firm’s tax practice.

War-driven ‘supernormal’ gas profits must be taxed more, crossbench says

Crossbench senators have doubled down on their calls for a new tax on windfall gas profits as conflict in the Middle East threatens Australia’s energy security.

Parliamentary inquiry raises concerns about rise of private equity in accounting

Senators have questioned the professional bodies about whether increased private equity ownership of accounting firms is creating a conflict with accountants' ethical obligations.

Business insolvencies stabilising after post-pandemic spike, says RBA

Insolvency rates for businesses overall have returned to long-run averages but remain elevated in certain industries, according to a report by the central bank.