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Navigating the ATO’s New GIC Remission Regime: What Taxpayers and Advisers Need to Know
The ATO’s new GIC remission regime fundamentally changes how taxpayers and advisers must approach interest and penalty relief, with standardised

Early Stage Innovation Company (ESIC) Tax Concessions
Qualifying for the ESIC concessions A company will be an early stage innovation company at a particular time (the “test time”) in

Family Law: Navigating SMSFs, Div 7A, Tax and Insolvency Issues
When couples separate, dividing assets is rarely just a legal exercise. Tax consequences can significantly impact the real value of

Intra Group Service Fees Not Deductible
The Full Federal Court in Commissioner of Taxation v S.N.A Group Pty Ltd FCAFC 10 (handed down on 17 February

Director Penalty Notices Explained: When Company Tax Debts Become Personal
A Director Penalty Notice (DPN) makes a director of a company personally liable for: Pay As You Go (PAYG) withholding

NSW Land Tax & Unit Trusts: December 31 Deadline Approaching
December is the last chance to act to take advantage of the Land Tax threshold in NSW. In NSW the

Superannuation Guarantee: What Employers Need to Know
Missed or late super payments are a top ATO concern, especially with the super guarantee rising to 12% from July

ATO Reviews and Correspondence
Proactive engagement with the ATO is critical, as early, thorough responses not only demonstrate a genuine intention to comply but

Division 7A: Key Issues for Accountants in 2025
Division 7A continues to be a high-risk area for private groups and family businesses. The ATO’s attention on private company

Division 7A and Bendel: Should Taxpayers Get Excited?
The ATO’s loss in Bendel could open the door to tax planning opportunities for trusts, but Subdivision EA, section 100A,

Tricks and Traps: Claiming the Division 152 Small Business CGT Concessions
The Division 152 CGT concessions can deliver substantial tax savings for small business owners, but a single oversight can result