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Super tax still on the table after first parliament session
The first sitting fortnight of the 48th Federal Parliament shed little light on the fate...
Important changes for FY 2025-26
Recent tax changes will affect how businesses manage cash flow, debt and compliance obligations. In...
2025 Federal Election: Key tax changes under Labor’s second term
The Australian Labor Party has declared victory in the 2025 Federal Election, establishing a second...
Sustainability reporting: ASIC urges SMEs to brace for impact
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has reminded small and medium entities to be...
New GST reporting rules for small businesses
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) recently announced that over 3,500 small businesses will be moved...
Optima Partners to host 4th annual Perth Car Club meet
Optima Partners is proud to host Perth Car Club’s fourth annual anniversary meet-up at our...
Controversial super tax remains in limbo
The Treasury Laws Amendment Bill 2023, containing the controversial Division 296 tax on superannuation balances...
Increased cost of tax debt: ATO crackdown continues
From July 1, 2025, the general interest charge (GIC) and shortfall interest charge (SIC) will...
15% Withholding on Property Sales: New Tax Rule for Australian Sellers in 2025
As of January 1, 2025, all Australian residents for tax purposes must provide a clearance...
Division 296: The future of self-managed super
On the final day of Parliament for 2024, the Senate moved to split the Treasury...
ASIC’s 2025 enforcement priorities: A compliance checklist
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) declared its 2025 enforcement priorities in November. ASIC’s...
Are you across the new wage theft and underpayment laws?
New wage theft and underpayments laws will go into effect in January 2025 as part...

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