Hackers targeting ATO tax refunds using stolen identities

May 18, 2025

Tags: Accountant Melbourne, Chartered Accountant, Company tax, Employers, Family, Personal tax, Super

Hackers are harvesting potentially thousands of bogus tax returns as they exploit ongoing security weaknesses in the Australian Taxation Office’s online portal and the commonwealth’s myGov system.

Tax time 2025: Does the ATO have a target on your back this year?

May 14, 2025

Tags: 101 Ways, Accountant Melbourne, Calculators, Chartered Accountant, Company tax, Deductions, Employees, Employers, Family, Personal tax, Small Business

Work-related and working-from-home tax deductions are a key focus for the Australian Taxation Office this year as some of the nation’s 15 million taxpayers test the ATO’s patience with silly claims.

ATO warning as hackers steal $14,000 in tax returns: ‘Be wary’

May 20, 2025

Tags: 101 Ways, Accountant Melbourne, Calculators, Chartered Accountant, Company tax, Deductions, Employees, Employers, Personal tax, Small Business

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is assuring Aussies that its systems are “secure, resilient and have not been compromised”. A number of taxpayers have come forward sharing their accounts have been hijacked and bogus tax returns have been made in their name.

Here’s How Much It *Really* Costs To Win A Car, If You’re Sad You Didn’t Win Mr Beast’s Giveaway

Jun 27, 2024

Tags: Accountant Melbourne, Budget, Family, FBT, Personal tax

The world’s most popular YouTuber Mr Beast touched down in Australia this week to giveaway some cars and promote his new chocolate brand, but what exactly happens if you were lucky enough to win the coveted Lamborghini?

Tax deduction tips to follow now if you want a richer refund

Jun 14, 2024

Tags: 101 Ways, Accountant Melbourne, Budget, Calculators, Chartered Accountant, Children, Company tax, Deductions, Education, Employees, Employers, Family, Financial Planning, Personal tax, Retirement, Small Business, SMSF, Starting a Business, Super

Whether you’re an employee or self-employed, acting before June 30 can deliver a financial windfall within months. Here’s how.

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  • "Great insights on tax-saving strategies! Planning ahead before June 30 is crucial for maximizing returns. Thanks for the valuable tips!"

    By: SavePlus UAE at Feb 13, 2025 3:05PM

    Post: Tax-saving strategies to get in place before June 30

  • "Hi, I’m wanting some advice on setting up my new Personal Training business and the need to purchase a car that’s reliable and able to carry all my equipment. Can I claim the cost I pay for the car..."

    By: Kate Miller at Nov 22, 2023 10:30AM

    Post: Claiming car expenses

  • "Hello Mr Taxman. I am an American and live in America. I have a Forex trading account with Trade Nation in Australia. I have done well and made some profits. The total account is 42k with around 27k..."

    By: Bill at Oct 09, 2023 8:54PM

    Post: Foreign currency trading

  • "Hi, I work from home however I'm occasionally asked to go to my employer's home and work from her house. Can I claim this travel? "

    By: Erin at Aug 01, 2023 9:51AM

    Post: Claiming car expenses

  • "Hi, What is the protocol for claiming tax on my personal trailer which is used by my work for all general maintenance work on a full time basis. Thanks Lee."

    By: Les Wilkinson at Jul 09, 2023 5:35AM

    Post: Claiming car expenses