Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - December, 2021
LNP election funds detected
The Morrison Government has put aside billions in what is believed to be a pre-election, pork-barrelling warchest.
UK free trade outlined
Australia’s new free trade deal with the UK will scrap taxes on virtually all exports to Britain.
ACCC appointment questioned
Critics are questioning the incoming chair of Australia’s competition watchdog.
ATO staff want home options
ATO staff say they do not mind a ‘hybrid’ working model, but want the option for more shifts at home.
Billions revealed in Liberal grift
Analysis of over 19,000 federal grants shows Liberal electorates have received three times more taxpayer money than Labor-held seats.
Lockdowns blow NSW budget
The NSW budget deficit has blown out by more than double a recent forecast.
State port firm queried
Queensland’s auditor has referred a state-owned business to the corporate watchdog.
ARC shift looms
The Morrison Government is changing the Australian Research Council (ARC) funding process to promote its priorities.
More firms dodge tax
The ATO says the number of Australian public companies that paid no tax in 2019-20 has risen.
Premier proposes big shift
New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet wants the states to take over responsibility for child care.
Slavery framework to help locals
Many Australian businesses are still ignoring their role in modern slavery.
AI aids old maths
Experts are working with artificial intelligence to develop fundamentally new problem-solving techniques.
Batteries slapped by AEMC's call
The AEMC has refused to exempt battery storage projects from network charges ...
APRA boosts bank protection
APRA is setting new standards for banks, insurers and superannuation trustees to respond to the next financial crisis.