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Small business tax refunds surge in first quarter to AUD $5,000
Phishing

Small business tax refunds surge in first quarter to AUD $5,000

Small business tax refunds surged by 75% in Q1 2024, with average returns reaching AUD $5,000, reveals CommBank data on Australian financial year start.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
MYOB launches Solo Money to streamline finance for sole traders
Fintech

MYOB launches Solo Money to streamline finance for sole traders

MYOB launches Solo Money in Solo app, offering Australian sole traders a business account with integrated banking and accounting from July 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025
From catch up to leadership: Resetting Australia's tech agenda
Digital Transformation

From catch up to leadership: Resetting Australia's tech agenda

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.

By Phil Phelan • 5 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Directed & KPMG launch automated fuel tax credit solution
Agricultural Technology

Directed & KPMG launch automated fuel tax credit solution

Directed Technologies and KPMG Australia have launched an automated Fuel Tax Credit solution, easing claims for heavy vehicle fleets in key Australian industries.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025
BMW dealers launch in-house novated leasing for Australians
Cartech

BMW dealers launch in-house novated leasing for Australians

Smart and BMW Financial Services now allow Australians to complete novated leasing for BMW and MINI cars directly at dealerships, simplifying the process.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025
Multinational corporations face rising tax risks amid ATO transfer pricing overhaul
Digital Transformation

Multinational corporations face rising tax risks amid ATO transfer pricing overhaul

Multinational corporations in Australia face rising tax risks as the ATO tightens transfer pricing rules, demanding faster, tech-driven compliance and detailed disclosures.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 5th May 2025
ATO reporting changes from 1 Jan 2025: Streamlining Australian Local File process
Finance

ATO reporting changes from 1 Jan 2025: Streamlining Australian Local File process

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.

By Wolters Kluwer CCH Integrator • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Apr 2025
AI Month: experts call for responsible AI use in Australia
Generative AI

AI Month: experts call for responsible AI use in Australia

As AI Month unfolds, experts in Australia urge emphasising responsible AI development to maximise its potential across diverse sectors and communities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Jamie Norton joins ISACA Board of Directors for 2024-2025 term
Displays

Jamie Norton joins ISACA Board of Directors for 2024-2025 term

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.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
ITP partners with TaxTank for digital-first tax management
Unified Communications

ITP partners with TaxTank for digital-first tax management

ITP Accounting Professionals partners with TaxTank to deliver seamless, real-time tax management for 300,000 clients ahead of EOFY, enhancing compliance and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Cyber threats surge during Australia's EOFY tax season
Ransomware

Cyber threats surge during Australia's EOFY tax season

As Australia's EOFY approaches, businesses and individuals rush to complete tax tasks, opening the door for heightened cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Kinetic IT secures major government contract for digital transformation
Network Infrastructure

Kinetic IT secures major government contract for digital transformation

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.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Wolters Kluwer enhances Australian cloud-based platform
Document Management

Wolters Kluwer enhances Australian cloud-based platform

Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting introduces new features to its CCH iFirm platform to streamline compliance tasks for Australian users.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Nov 2023

Global Stories

Australian Taxation Office (ATO) stories

Trend Vision One granted FedRAMP approval for US market
Data Privacy

Trend Vision One granted FedRAMP approval for US market

Trend Micro's Trend Vision One for Government has achieved FedRAMP Authorisation to Operate, enhancing security for US services and ANZ customers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Kinetic IT named Australia's Best Managed Company for third year
Deloitte

Kinetic IT named Australia's Best Managed Company for third year

Australian tech solutions provider, Kinetic IT, secures title of 'Australia's Best Managed Company' for the third successive year, showcasing unwavering industry performance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024
SpendConsole expands AI-powered AP automation to Dubai
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

SpendConsole expands AI-powered AP automation to Dubai

AI-powered accounts payable firm SpendConsole expands into the Middle East, opening a new office in Dubai amidst rising demand for automation solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2024

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New eInvoicing solutions for TechnologyOne users unveiled
Digital Transformation

New eInvoicing solutions for TechnologyOne users unveiled

MessageXchange has launched eInvoicing solutions for TechnologyOne users, supporting New Zealand's mandate for wider adoption by 2026.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024