Jan 23, 2023 / News

Non-current Liabilities with Covenants

The classification of loans subject to covenants are expected to change following amendments to accounting standards. Read more

Audit and Assurance


Dec 21, 2022 / News

Anti-avoidance laws for trusts – the ATO listened

The ATO recently finalised two pronouncements in relation to their views and compliance approach for a key set of laws targeting tax avoidance through trusts. Elements of the draft versions released earlier this year were somewhat impractical, and out of step with other integrity laws enacted in recent decades. Read more

Taxation


Dec 13, 2022 / News

Fringe Benefits Tax considerations this Festive Season

As we arrive at the season of festive celebrations, it is timely to consider the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) consequences on meal entertainment so there are no surprises when the Annual FBT return is prepared in the new year. Read more

Business Consulting


Dec 13, 2022 / News

ATO’s final position on tax avoidance through trusts

Many people use trusts. For holding investments, running a business and a number of other reasons. They’re simpler, more flexible and less regulated than companies. They offer asset protection, wealth succession outside of deceased-estate regulation, and greater anonymity, and they’re usually more tax effective. Over the year, our team at Nexia Australia have been waiting for these high anticipated pronouncements from the ATO. Read more

Taxation


Nov 22, 2022 / News

Responsible investing – making money and doing good

There is no doubt that interest in responsible investments is growing. It is an area that continues to gain momentum as investors seek to align their investment objectives with their own personal values and ethics. Read more

Financial Planning


Nov 22, 2022 / News

Proposed new Tier 3 NFP reporting framework

From 2022 for-profit entities required to lodge financial reports with regulators have to prepare either Tier 1 or Tier 2 general purpose financial statements. The AASB is intending to extend this requirement to not-for-profit entities (NFP), which would affect ACNC–registered charities, co-operatives, NFP companies limited by guarantee, and others. But before doing so, it has issued a Discussion Paper detailing a proposed new third tier of general purpose financial statements. Read more

Not for Profit


Oct 07, 2022 / News

ATO now contacting professionals about your profit allocation – are you prepared?

Lawyers, engineers, medical professionals, architects, financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals, if you are an equity-holder in your firm, you might soon receive a knock on the door from the ATO. Read more


Oct 04, 2022 / News

Beyond the Numbers - Edition 9

Welcome to Beyond the Numbers, our monthly newsletter which brings you a summary of the latest developments from local and international standard setters and regulators. Read more

Audit and Assurance


Aug 30, 2022 / News

Bleasdale Vineyards

We spoke to Leigh Warren, General Manager of Bleasdale Vineyards, who shared his personal insights into how he was able to use the challenges presented by COVID-19 to pivot his business to maximise opportunities and minimise the detrimental impacts on cashflow. Read more

Taxation / Wine Industry


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