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The problem when the evidence doesn’t match what the taxpayer tells the ATO

A recent case before the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) highlights the importance of ensuring that the evidence supports the tax position you are taking.

Workers owed $3.6bn in super guarantee

Workers are owed over $3.6 billion in superannuation guarantee according to the latest Australian Taxation Office estimates – a figure the Government and the regulators are looking to dramatically change. – Workers owed $3.6bn in super guarantee.

When is food GST-free?

A recent case before the AAT demonstrates how fine the dividing line is between GST-free and taxable foods. – When is food GST-free?

30% tax on super earnings above $3m

Treasury has released draft legislation to enact the Government’s plan to increase the tax rate on earnings on superannuation balances above $3m from 15% to 30% from 1 July 2025. – 30% tax on super earnings above $3m.

Digital games tax: Backing a winner

Digital games tax: Backing a winner

The Digital Games Tax Offset is equal to 30% of the company’s total qualifying Australian development expenditure incurred from 1 July 2022. This article outlines who and what expenditure is eligible. – Digital games tax: Backing a winner.

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Content creators: The tax risk warnings

Content creators: The tax risk warnings

The explosion of OnlyFans, YouTubers, TikTokers and others all offer an opportunity for ‘content creators’ to profit from the audiences they generate. But now the Tax Office has given notice to the booming industry. – Content creators: The tax risk warnings.

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