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Ensuring your tax return isn’t half-baked

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With tax time around the corner, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is reminding taxpayers not to rush lodging their annual income tax return from 1 July. Taxpayers who lodge before their income statement is marked as ‘Tax ready’ and their other pre-fill information has been received run the risk of processing delays and follow-up questions … Continued

Speaker takes Parliament to Kangaroo Island

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This week, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Honourable Milton Dick MP is in South Australia as part of the Parliament in Schools program. Students will learn about federation, democracy and the Australian Parliament, as well as hear first-hand from the Speaker and their local member on what a typical day looks like in their electorate and when they … Continued

3 things small businesses need to know before 30 June

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3 things small businesses need to know before 30 June With tax time just around the corner, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is reminding small businesses about three things to be aware of ahead of the end of financial year: the new small business boost is now available temporary full expensing ends 30 June 2023 … Continued

Victorian Chamber mourns the passing of Hon. Simon Crean

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It is with deep sadness that the Victorian Chamber of Commerce pays tribute to esteemed former politician, the Hon. Simon Crean. A highly respected figure in Australian politics, Mr Crean made significant contributions to the nation, leaving an indelible mark on the economic landscape of Victoria and the entire country. As the Victorian Chamber of … Continued

ATO’s commitments to the community made clear in new-look Charter

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The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has today reinforced its commitment to strengthening its relationship of trust and confidence with the Australian community with the launch of a refreshed ATO Charter. The ATO Charter, previously known as the Taxpayers’ Charter, explains what people can expect when they interact with the ATO, the ATO’s commitments to them, … Continued

Cataract treatment among most effective disease interventions: new study

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New research by the Fred Hollows Foundation has found cataract surgery provides one of the largest investment returns of any disease intervention, bolstering calls for greater spending on global eye health aid. The analysis with Victoria University found that, on average, every dollar invested in cataract treatment returns $20.50 USD.   Cataract surgery can provide … Continued

Audit Committee Public Hearing: Procurement at Services Australia and the NDIA

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The Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit (JCPAA) will hold a public hearing this afternoon for its inquiry into a series of procurements conducted by Services Australia and the NDIA which were connected with consulting firm Synergy 360. The hearing will feature Infosys technologies, a firm mentioned in the media reporting that led to the Independent Review of Services … Continued

Farmers for Climate Action opposes offsets in Nature Market Repair Bill

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23 June 2023 Farmers for Climate Action supports the Federal Government’s Nature Market Repair Bill providing it is amended to not allow biodiversity offsets.    The organisation, which now represents 8000 farmers across Australia, said in its submission to the Nature Repair Market Bill inquiry that farmers’ efforts to increase biodiversity should not be used … Continued