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There have now been some developments in how medical practice entities are affected by Payroll Tax, which is expected to have a long-term – and backdated – impact on providers.

With the introduction of STP Phase 2 fast approaching, it will come as no surprise that the ATO is continuing to draw out their data-matching capabilities.

On 3 November 2021, the High Court of Australia handed down a landmark decision, ruling that the “backpacker tax” imposed on a UK national who was deemed to be an Australian tax resident was in breach of the non-discrimination clauses in the Australia-UK Double Tax Agreement.

Revenue NSW has issued Practice Note CPN 021 which outlines key clarification of the treatment of corrective Superannuation contributions and Superannuation Guarantee Charge payments in NSW.

Both the ATO and the State Revenue Offices have a number of focus areas putting employment taxes squarely on the agenda again.

The Government today announced significant changes to Australian Tax residency rules aimed at providing certainty and simplification for businesses and their employees as Australian borders begin to start re-opening to the world.

2019 has been an interesting and challenging year for businesses, both large and small. As well as grappling with a weakening economy and an unsettled global trading environment, one consistent theme that stands out in Australia is an increased focus on employment tax compliance, with a raft of law changes, audit activity and landmark cases.

Has your company (or parent company) provided free or discounted shares or rights to receive shares to employees, directors or individual consultants (Employees), or their nominees, during the 2018 income year?