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Why Sydney Businesses Must Act Now on the Amended Payment Times Reporting Scheme

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released new draft guidance on how software-related payments should be treated for tax purposes. This change could impact how Australian businesses report expenses for software, licences, and cloud-based services. If your business makes or receives payments for software, it’s important to understand the tax implications to stay compliant and […]

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ATO’s New Draft Guidance on Software Payments – What It Means for Australian Businesses

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released draft Practical Compliance Guideline PCG 2025/D4, outlining its approach to cross-border software payments and when these may be subject to royalty withholding tax. For Australian businesses purchasing or reselling software from overseas suppliers, this new guidance offers welcome clarity. But it also highlights some ongoing grey areas —

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ATO Finalises Guidance on Thin Capitalisation Restructures – What Businesses Need to Know

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has finalised Practical Compliance Guideline PCG 2025/2, which sets out how restructures will be assessed under Australia’s new thin capitalisation regime and the debt deduction creation rules (DDCR). For businesses with related-party financing or refinancing arrangements, this guidance is crucial. It introduces a four-zone “traffic light” risk framework, practical examples,

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Major Warning: Proposed Super Changes May Hurt Your Wealth — Act Now to Protect Your Future

The Australian Labor government’s proposed changes to superannuation tax rules have sparked serious concern among investors, retirees, and financial professionals. Experts are warning that these changes could damage the very foundations of Australia’s retirement system — the “lifeblood of Australia” — and lead to unintended financial consequences for many Australians. At Boa & Co. Chartered

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ATO Responds to Landmark UPE Division 7A Court Case: What It Means for Private Groups and Trusts

The ATO has officially responded to the Full Federal Court’s recent decision in Commissioner of Taxation v Bendel [2025] FCAFC 15, a ruling that has sparked significant interest across the accounting and private business sectors. This case dealt with the treatment of unpaid present entitlements (UPEs) from trusts to private companies and whether these should

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ATO Draft Guidance on Thin Capitalisation: Key Changes for Businesses

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released draft guidance on key aspects of the Thin Capitalisation Third Party Debt Test (TPDT) and the implications of restructures undertaken in response to the new rules. Key Takeaways from the Draft Guidance 1. Third Party Debt Test (TPDT) – TR 2024/D3 The Draft Taxation Ruling TR 2024/D3 provides

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Australia’s Pillar Two Rules Registered: What Businesses Need to Know

The Australian government has finalized its Pillar Two tax framework, which introduces top-up taxes under the Australian Domestic Minimum Tax (DMT) and Australian Income Inclusion Rule (IIR). The Taxation (Multinational – Global and Domestic Minimum Tax) Rules 2024 were officially registered on 23 December 2024, ensuring that all aspects of Australia’s domestic and global minimum

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Business News Updates: ASX Fluctuates Amid Earnings Season, CBA Profit Rises, and Banks Cut Fixed Rates

The Australian share market experienced volatile trading as the corporate reporting season picked up momentum, with mixed earnings results influencing investor sentiment. Meanwhile, Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) posted a strong profit increase, and several major lenders responded to shifting economic conditions by cutting fixed mortgage rates. ASX Swings as Earnings Reports Roll In The

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The Impact of Recent Tax Reforms on Small and Medium Businesses in Australia

In recent years, the Australian government has implemented a series of tax reforms aimed at stimulating economic growth and providing relief to businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). These reforms, while designed to foster a more conducive environment for business operations, have introduced new complexities that SMEs must navigate. This article explores the key

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Navigating Tax Compliance for Freelancers and Independent Contractors: A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Your Tax Obligations

Freelancers and independent contractors enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working for themselves, but with this independence comes the responsibility of managing their own taxes. Navigating tax compliance can be daunting for those who are not familiar with the intricacies of self-employment taxation. In this guide, we will provide freelancers and independent contractors with essential

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