Circumstances for lodgement deferral

Circumstances for lodgement deferral

Tax time 2023 has now officially ended, taxpayers needing additional time to lodge should request a lodgement deferral from the ATO without delay.  The last day for lodgement was 31 October 2023, so taxpayers that have yet to lodge should do so as soon as possible to...
International businesses and GST

International businesses and GST

International businesses that have sales connected to Australia over a certain threshold may need to register and pay GST in Australia. This applies to electronic distribution platform (EDP) operators that allow merchants to make sales of services, digital products or...
Deductions related to holding vacant land

Deductions related to holding vacant land

ATO has clarified when deductions for losses and outgoings that relate to holding vacant land will be denied in relation to individuals not conducting a business or in primary production. Deductions for losses and outgoings that relate to holding vacant land on which...
ATO shifting to firmer debt collection

ATO shifting to firmer debt collection

The Commissioner has flagged a return to firmer debt collection actions after easing activities in the aftermath of COVID-19. With less than 6 months left in his tenure as the Commissioner of Taxation, Chris Jordan has unapologetically flagged the ATO’s shift to...