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Pillar Two finally law in Australia in time for 31 December 2024 year end

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Australia has joined over 140 countries in implementing the 15% global minimum tax, referred to as Pillar Two, which will impact multinational groups with turnover exceeding €750 million for income years starting on or after 1 January 2024.

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NSW Net Zero Planning Grant 2025: Eligibility assessment tool

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The NSW Net Zero Planning Grant is now closed.

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Taking stock - Should we be doing monthly stocktaking in our business?

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How often do you take stock of your inventory—literally? While stocktakes might seem like a time-consuming and costly exercise, they’re an essential investment for long-term business success. Regular stock takes don’t just streamline your operations; they empower you to make smarter, data-driven decisions that can boost financial performance over time. In this blog, we’ll explore why consistent stock management is the backbone of a thriving business and how it can transform your operations.

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New penalties for underpayment of wages (including criminal convictions) and shield laws for small business employers

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From 1 January 2025, intentional underpayment of wages and entitlements will become a criminal offence under the Closing Loopholes wage theft provisions. These laws make it a criminal offence to intentionally underpay employees, with penalties including fines of up to $7.825 million for companies and potential imprisonment for individuals of up to 10 years.

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Changes to foreign resident withholding tax affecting all property sales from 1 January 2025

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The Government has passed changes to the Foreign Resident Capital Gains Tax withholding regime with affect from 1 January 2025 requiring purchasers of Australian real estate to withhold 15% from the purchase price of all property unless the seller produces a Clearance Certificate issued by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Previously the withholding rules only applied to properties sold for $750,000 or more and at a rate of 12.5%.

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Forvis Mazars Group announces new governance model and leadership positions

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17 December 2024
Forvis Mazars Group (legacy Mazars), the international audit, tax and advisory services partnership, announces the appointments of Hervé Hélias and Pascal Jauffret as Chairman and CEO respectively, as part of its evolved governance structure.

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Sumday and Forvis Mazars Announce Partnership in Australia

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In a new era where sustainability is a business imperative, Sumday and Forvis Mazars in Australia are excited to announce a partnership to digitally enable carbon accounting for Forvis Mazars clients. Together, Sumday and Forvis Mazars aim to empower organisations with cutting-edge carbon accounting solutions that enable them to track, measure, and manage their emissions effectively.

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Did you make the right decision on your new supplier?

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RFP process: Who your business chooses to do business with can have major financial and operational impacts both in the short and long term if the decision is not well considered.

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Understanding the Victorian Vacant Residential Land Tax: Three key questions to answer

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If you own a property in Victoria that isn't your principal residence, there’s an important new tax obligation you need to be aware of - Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT).

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Payday Super reforms – updated guidance and information released by Federal Treasury

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On 18 September 2024, the Australian Government released a Factsheet detailing the upcoming reforms with the Superannuation Guarantee (SG) regime, known as Payday Super.

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