ArticleMid-August Tax UpdateUpdate on key developments in taxation law for accountants and participants in the tax advice industry for mid-August.AustraliaTaxPointon Partners
ArticleMore road signs needed at the intersection of international tax laws to avoid disputesThe ATO is doing a good job in trying to revisit how it delivers guidance to ensure it is provided on a timely basis.AustraliaTaxClayton Utz
ArticleBudget 2017: How tax policy should be implementedAustralia has seen an example of how positive change can come about through consensus, consultation and bipartisanship. AustraliaStrategyCorrs Chambers Westgarth
ArticleCrown (ATO) debtUnderstanding the unique nature of Crown debts is essential for advisors and clients to make informed decisions.AustraliaTaxWorrells
ArticleDecision Alert: NSW Supreme Court Confirms Intragroup Relief For Transfer Of Tenant-in-common InterestOn 28 August 2025, Hmelnitsky J of the Supreme Court of NSW delivered judgment in Big Ben Holdings Pty Limited v Chief Commissioner of State Revenue [2025] NSWSC 984.AustraliaTaxHerbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
ArticleNew South Wales Remission Of Interest Reforms Tighten Circumstances Where Interest Can Be RemittedWith today's (1 July 2025) publication of Revenue Guideline TAA 001 (Guidelines), the Chief Commissioner of State Revenue in New South Wales has introduced significant changes to the process by which interest may be remittedAustraliaTaxHerbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
ArticleProject DO IT: Now is the time to disclose unpaid tax from offshore incomeThe ATO has offered taxpayers an opportunity to declare previously undeclared offshore income and offshore investments.AustraliaTaxRockwell Olivier
ArticleTax Breaks Among Incentives For Businesses In Australia's 2020-21 BudgetBusinesses will be able to take advantage of measures including asset write-offs, loss carry backs and hiring credits.AustraliaTaxTMF Group BV
Article2009 Budget WrapWith a myriad of fine print in this year’s Federal Budget, and many measures set to have a delayed introduction, it can be difficult to identify the key points. AustraliaTaxNorton Rose Fulbright Australia
ArticleATO is reviewing financial arrangements, derivatives and currency swapsThe Deputy Commissioner has signalled the issue of taxpayer alerts on derivatives, as an early warning of ATO concerns.AustraliaTaxClayton Utz
ArticleTax Governance That Works: What Businesses Should Be Thinking About NowEffective tax governance extends beyond documentation to actively managing risk and building certainty into business decisions. This article examines how personalised frameworks, practical implementation, and cross-functional ownership can strengthen relationships with investors and the ATO while reducing key person dependencies. AustraliaTaxPiper Alderman
ArticleFederal Court case supports ATO position on trust splitting - so what are my other options?As trust splitting is likely to give rise to adverse tax consequences, it could be necessary to consider other options.AustraliaTaxCooper Grace Ward
ArticleFuel Costs, ATO Debt, And Your OptionsHigher fuel prices are flowing through to transport costs, supplier pricing, and operating expenses. For many SMEs, this is resulting in margin compression...AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesWorrells
ArticleBuilding Confidence – A change in approach by the ATOThis document sets out the ATO's new approach to managing compliance and how to better create confidence in the system.AustraliaTaxMoore Australia
ArticleImpact of loss of tax deductibility and ATO debt disclosureInterest charges on outstanding taxation liabilities will no longer be tax deductible.AustraliaTaxWorrells
ArticlePreparing for ATO review in an ever-evolving tax landscapeTaxpayers should establish and maintain robust internal tax governance frameworks.AustraliaTaxCorrs Chambers Westgarth
ArticleR&D tax incentives: Customised basketball shoe not eligibleA case study which explores the rigorous approach to compliance of R&D tax regulators.AustraliaTaxHolding Redlich
ArticleSeeking compensation for defective ATO administrationThe article outlines key factors in seeking ATO compensation - particularly on applications made under the CDDA Scheme.AustraliaTaxDBA lawyers
ArticleIncorrect Execution Proves FatalAs the complexity of projects increase, so too does the documentation behind them. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawDLA Piper Australia