Australian Taxation Office (ATO) stories
From catch up to leadership: Resetting Australia’s tech agenda
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digital transformation
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data privacy
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ai
Australia must reset its tech agenda post-election, boosting investment and adopting citizen-centric policies to lead in AI and innovation for long-term growth.
How businesses can close out FY24–25 on solid footing and start strong in FY25–26
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ai
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cybersecurity
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accc
As FY24–25 ends, Australian businesses face increased ATO compliance checks on tax debts and deductions; automation and tighter controls are vital to start FY25–26 strong.
Directed & KPMG launch automated fuel tax credit solution
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fleet management
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ftc
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construction
Directed Technologies and KPMG Australia have launched an automated Fuel Tax Credit solution, easing claims for heavy vehicle fleets in key Australian industries.
BMW dealers launch in-house novated leasing for Australians
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cartech
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bmw
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insurance
Smart and BMW Financial Services now allow Australians to complete novated leasing for BMW and MINI cars directly at dealerships, simplifying the process.
Multinational corporations face rising tax risks amid ATO transfer pricing overhaul
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digital transformation
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physical security
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intellectual property
Multinational corporations in Australia face rising tax risks as the ATO tightens transfer pricing rules, demanding faster, tech-driven compliance and detailed disclosures.
ATO reporting changes from 1 Jan 2025: Streamlining Australian Local File process
Fri, 25th Apr 2025
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finance
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ato
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tax strategy
From 1 Jan 2025, Australian CbCREs must use ATO's streamlined LCMSF V 4.0 for local file reporting, enhancing consistency and risk detection in tax compliance.
Trend Vision One granted FedRAMP approval for US market
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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trend micro
Trend Micro's Trend Vision One for Government has achieved FedRAMP Authorisation to Operate, enhancing security for US services and ANZ customers.
Cisco reports mixed financial performance amidst challenging market conditions
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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data analytics
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cybersecurity
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cisco
Cisco Australia has reported a mixed fiscal performance for 2024, with revenue down to AUD $2,274.9 million but service revenue up by 8.1%.
New eInvoicing solutions for TechnologyOne users unveiled
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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accounts payable
MessageXchange has launched eInvoicing solutions for TechnologyOne users, supporting New Zealand's mandate for wider adoption by 2026.
AI Month: experts call for responsible AI use in Australia
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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genai
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data privacy
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As AI Month unfolds, experts in Australia urge emphasising responsible AI development to maximise its potential across diverse sectors and communities.
Jamie Norton joins ISACA Board of Directors for 2024-2025 term
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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displays & projectors
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risk & compliance
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ai
Jamie Norton, an Australian cybersecurity veteran, joins ISACA's Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term, aiming to fortify global digital trust amidst growing cyber threats.
ITP partners with TaxTank for digital-first tax management
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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collaboration
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tax
ITP Accounting Professionals partners with TaxTank to deliver seamless, real-time tax management for 300,000 clients ahead of EOFY, enhancing compliance and efficiency.
Cyber threats surge during Australia's EOFY tax season
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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mfa
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phishing
As Australia's EOFY approaches, businesses and individuals rush to complete tax tasks, opening the door for heightened cyber threats.
Kinetic IT named Australia's Best Managed Company for third year
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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deloitte
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customer service
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strategy
Australian tech solutions provider, Kinetic IT, secures title of 'Australia's Best Managed Company' for the third successive year, showcasing unwavering industry performance.
SpendConsole expands AI-powered AP automation to Dubai
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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digitisation
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fraud
AI-powered accounts payable firm SpendConsole expands into the Middle East, opening a new office in Dubai amidst rising demand for automation solutions.
Kinetic IT secures major government contract for digital transformation
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
Australia's Kinetic IT lands a $23 million three-year contract with the Federal Department of Infrastructure, set to support nationwide digital transformation with new tech services.
Wolters Kluwer enhances Australian cloud-based platform
Tue, 14th Nov 2023
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting introduces new features to its CCH iFirm platform to streamline compliance tasks for Australian users.
ATO Commissioner says it's time to champion a digital mindset
Wed, 6th Sep 2023
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modernisation
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data driven
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ato
In his final speech as Australia’s 12th Commissioner of Taxation, Chris Jordan AO says the future of tax must be digital and data-driven.
Kinetic IT wins $50m ATO deal to coordinate new tech stack
Fri, 9th Jun 2023
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kinetic it
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enterprise service management
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ato
The Australian Taxation Office has chosen Kinetic IT as its lead Enterprise Service Management partner, in a contract worth $50m.
Australian Tax Office renews security deal with Macquarie
Wed, 1st Feb 2023
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
Macquarie Government renews and extends cybersecurity agreement with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to protect sensitive data.