Explained: After PwC, how does the tax office penalise tax agents who flout the rules?
The Tax Practitioners Board has been in the spotlight because of the role it played in disciplining Peter Collins, a former PwC partner, and his old firm for a breach of a confidentiality agreement.
Dairy-free yoghurt brand Coco Tribe follows Made by Cow into voluntary administration
A premium coconut yoghurt brand stocked in hundreds of grocery stores across the country has collapsed into voluntary administration.
Waste not, want not: Up launches recycled plastic debit card with Seabin in sustainability push
Up has launched a new debit card made from 82% recycled materials and a fresh partnership with waste-data startup Seabin, as the digital bank targets a new generation of eco-conscious spenders.
“A heavy heart”: Raw milk brand Made by Cow collapses amid rising costs
Rising interest rates, inflation and supply chain concerns have all played a part in the collapse of innovative dairy startup Made by Cow.
Business restructuring appointments surge as experts welcome SME “lifeline”
Business restructuring practitioner appointments are surging compared to 2022 levels, data from Australia's corporate regulator shows, as one accountant describes being "overwhelmed" by rising interest among struggling SMEs.
Hell Pizza takes BNPL to new depths with ‘pay when you’re dead’ scheme
New Zealand pizza chain, Hell Pizza, is challenging Buy Now Pay Later with its own 'pay when you're dead' scheme.
Future of CBD businesses in limbo as workers continue to shun the office
CBD worker numbers in April were still below pre-COVID-19 levels nationally, despite rising in all five cities over the previous 12 months.
Why the 15% tax on the world’s biggest companies won’t fix the problem of profit shifting
The budget papers don’t say how many companies will be affected, but globally the OECD says no more than 100 corporations will have to pay the tax.
RBA considers regulation to enforce least-cost routing access for merchants
The Reserve Bank has issued a new warning to banks that make it difficult for merchants to access cheap debit card transaction fees, saying it will consider regulation banning 'default' transaction routing.
“Balancing act”: Small businesses shielding customers from full force of $1,300 annual power bill increases
Electricity prices will rise as much as 29% for tens of thousands of small businesses across Australia from July 1, as market regulators confirm major hikes to the base rates offered to energy consumers.
Australia Post boss denies plans to become a ‘Commonwealth-owned bank’ to stem its losses
A number of community advocates have been pushing for Australia Post to enter the retail banking market as a full-fledged institution.
NSW startups in the lurch as government pauses grant applications halfway through
Leaders in the NSW startup sector are urging the state government to reconsider its decision to pause new grant funding, as entrepreneurs fear losing investor support.
