GST increase predicted to fund Rudd's hospital spending spree

Apr 21, 2010

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Australia's Goods & Services Tax (GST) is predicted to increase as pressure mounts on the Federal Government to fund its recent spending, including the recently minted COAG hospitals agreement.

Accountants frustrated by ATO delays

Apr 19, 2010

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Accountant may seek compensation from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a result of damage to their reputation and bottom lines following problems flowing from the ATO’s switch to a new IT system.

Accountants may sue ATO over computer problems

Apr 17, 2010

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Accountants have flagged they may sue the Australian Tax Office (ATO) over a computer glitch holding up the processing of refunds.

Growing Interest

Feb 24, 2010

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Opening a savings account as a child can help people build disciplined financial skills for life.

Auditors are coming

Apr 09, 2009

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Taxpayers should expect an increase in audit activity by the ATO over the next 12 months

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