Regulation

In the wake of the COVID-19 era, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) adopted a lenient stance toward small businesses with GST, PAYG tax, and income tax obligations. However, this period of ...

Less than seven weeks remain before the general interest charge (GIC) on tax debt increases due to the removal of tax deductibility in the new financial year.

The re-elected Labor government has announced some changes to its frontbench. Players in and around the broking industry have weighed in on the announcement.

Despite ruling that the Commonwealth Bank failed to meet its continuous disclosure duties, the Federal Court has declined to award damages to shareholders.

From 10 June 2025, there will be a new set of laws governing buy now, pay later (BNPL) providers.

The regulator has imposed strict new compliance requirements following long-running issues in a non-major bank’s futures and derivatives operations.

A recent Q&A with a commercial and government law firm has outlined the changes to NSW strata laws. The introductions will affect home owners, investors, and renters alike.

Eligible first home buyers who purchase homes or residential land after 1 May 2025 will no longer be required to pay stamp duty following the passage of new legislation in Queensland.

The commission is urging businesses to review card surcharges to ensure compliance with consumer law.

The Labor and Coalition governments have continued the campaign trail with a debate on housing policy. The election is continuing to place a strong emphasis on getting more Aussies into home ...