Reviewing the tax treatment of granny flats
The Federal Government has asked the Board of Taxation to undertake a review of the [...]
ATO issuing excess super contributions determinations
The ATO has begun issuing determinations to people who exceeded their concessional superannuation contributions cap [...]
New “work test” exemption for recent retirees
The Federal Government has created a new opportunity for some recent retirees to make additional [...]
Tax clinic trial to reduce tax regulatory burden
To help reduce the regulatory burden on businesses, including the tax burden, the government has [...]
ATO information-sharing: super assets in family law proceedings
Superannuation is often the most significant asset in a separated couple’s property pool, particularly for [...]
Government to establish $2 billion fund for small business lending
The Government has announced that it will establish a $2 billion Australian Business Securitisation Fund [...]
ATO scam alert: fake demands for tax payments
Although tax time 2018 is over, the ATO has warned taxpayers and their agents to [...]
First Home Super Saver scheme and downsizer super contributions: ATO guidance
In November 2018, the ATO issued a Super Guidance Note to provide people with general [...]
CGT on grant of easement or licence
Taxation Determination TD 2018/15, issued on 31 October 2018, considers the capital gains tax (CGT) [...]
Government announces super refinements
The Government has announced it will amend the super tax laws to address some minor [...]