Fraudulent tax returns
Some tax agents are being used to unknowingly lodge fraudulent tax returns.
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SuperUpdate August 2009
SuperUpdate is a monthly electronic newsletter for those working in the super industry. It includes information about issues and changes in the administration of Australia's super system.
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Beware of promoters offering early access to super
Various plans which offer access to your superannuation money before you retire are illegal.
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Guide for employees and self employed - Reportable super contributions
Information about reportable super contributions and how they apply to the income tests for some tax offsets, the Medicare levy surcharge, and other government benefits and obligations.
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Changes to taxation of special disability trusts
This measure is intended to ensure that the unexpended income of a special disability trust is taxed at the beneficiary's personal income tax rates rather than the top personal tax rate plus Medicare levy.
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Gift funds - frequently asked questions
This web page answers frequently asked questions about gift funds including who must have a gift fund and how to set up, maintain and wind up a gift fund.
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Simpler way to get your business tax-ready
Is your business tax-ready? - a new computer program available free from the Tax Office - can help small businesses check whether their business practices are helping them meet their tax obligations.
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Tax in Australia - what you need to know
If you are new to tax, this audio visual program gives you the information you need about tax in Australia. Available in 10 languages via DVD and online.
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eLink 31/09
Bulletin informing tax practitioners of recent updates to ato.gov.au including three lead articles 'Tax agent lodgment deferral request forms', 'Managing your non-lodging clients and 'Helping investors claim losses correctly' . Issued 12 August 2009.
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Medicare levy surcharge
Individuals and families on higher incomes who do not have the appropriate level of private health cover have to pay this surcharge.
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