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Tuesday, 14 May 2013
"The federal Government has provided a 'mish mash' of reforms in place of a long term policy platform. This will impact on future retirement expectations of thousands of Australians, says the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).
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Tuesday, 14 May 2013
Small businesses across Australia can expect further pain this year thanks to tonight’s Federal Budget which has again foregone any recognition of the value of the small business sector, according to the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).
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Monday, 29 April 2013
The Government has announced that as of 1 July 2014, tax deductibility for work related self-education expenses is to be subjected to an annual cap of $2,000 a person. However, the IPA argues that the proposed reform is short-sighted as it overlooks the ongoing need for continuous professional development.
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Monday, 22 April 2013
On 1 July 2013, the compulsory super guarantee charge (SGC) rate will increase from 9 to 9.25 per cent but many Australians may not have thought about how it’s being funded, says the IPA.
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Thursday, 18 April 2013
The IPA and SPAA have reached agreement to work together in areas such as accreditation, advocacy, research and policy development, organisational efficiencies, and education.
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Wednesday, 17 April 2013
The unfettered use of superannuation on retirement is a threat to the ongoing viability of the superannuation system according to the IPA.
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Friday, 12 April 2013
The IPA has revitalised its bookkeeper/BAS agent designation in recognition of the valuable contribution registered BAS agents make to the Australian economy.
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Monday, 8 April 2013
Making all of the costs of financial planning advice tax deductible will go a long way in keeping that advice accessible and affordable, according to the IPA.
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Friday, 5 April 2013
The IPA has engaged in the debate on APES 230 and sensible financial services reform since the start of the debate almost three years ago.
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Friday, 5 April 2013
The Treasurer Wayne Swan and the Minister for Financial Services and Superannuation, Bill Shorten have attempted to address the increasing anxiety over mooted superannuation changes being considered by the government. The outcome is a mixed bag of outcomes according to the IPA.
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Wednesday, 3 April 2013
The IPA is urging the Government to consider how people interact with superannuation at different age points when developing superannuation policy.
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Wednesday, 3 April 2013
A change in government policy is needed to address inequalities for Carers.
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