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税务监察专员发布关于澳大利亚税务署（简称：ATO）注册代理人热线有效性的系统性审查报告
鉴于针对服务质量差的投诉日益增多，税务监察专员对ATO注册代理人热线进行了审查，并发布了审查结果报告。
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澳大利亚交易报告与分析中心(简称：AUSTRAC)发布反洗钱/反恐怖主义融资新改革指南
10月17日（星期五），AUSTRAC发布了新的改革指南。
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AT发布弱势群体准则
ATO已发布弱势群体准则，该准则阐明了ATO对支持处于弱势境地人群的承诺。
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质量审查计划（简称：QRP）更新
IPA已发布提醒，要求在客户信函及网站上添加PSC披露声明。
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IPA委托书的更新
IPA委托书模板已更新，以纳入近期税务代理变更及隐私法改革内容。请及时了解最新信息！
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自我报告义务
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Tax Ombudsman releases report on systematic review of the effectiveness of the ATO’s registered agent phone line
Following increasing complaints about poor service, the Tax Ombudsman conducted a review of the ATO‘s registered agent phone line and released its findings in a report last week.
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AUSTRAC publishes new AML/CTF reforms guidance
On Friday, October 17th AUSTRAC published new reforms guidance.
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ATO Vulnerability Framework
The ATO has released its Vulnerability Framework which sets out the ATO’s commitment to supporting people experiencing vulnerability.
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Quality Review Program (QRP) Update
The IPA has issued a reminder to include the PSC disclosure statement on your client correspondence and website.
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Updated IPA Engagement Letters
IPA’s engagement letters have been updated to incorporate the recent tax agent changes and privacy law reforms. Stay up to date!
Access the engagement letters here
Self-reporting obligations
As per by-law 2.1.2, all Members are required to advise in writing if they become bankrupt, if they are charged with a criminal offence, or if they are subject to an adverse finding from another professional or regulatory body.
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Find out what‘s happening and be supported in the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Funding (AML/CTF) space.
IPA AML/CTF Webinars - October session
The IPA is hosting complimentary webinars on the AML/CTF reforms for members.
Register for the IPA‘s October webinar here
IPA AML/CTF Webinars - November session
The IPA is hosting complimentary webinars on the AML/CTF reforms for members.
Register for the IPA‘s November webinar here
Joint Bodies Webinar - AML/CTF: Where now? Where to?
CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and the Institue of Public Accountants are hosting a webinar for members of all three bodies on the AML/CTF regime, with speakers from AUSTRAC.
Register for the Joint Bodies‘ webinar here
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Refresh of FY26 work plan: Tax Ombudsman
The Tax Ombudsman is undertaking consultation on its draft refreshed work plan, which outlines the status of current reviews and further review topics for public consideration.
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ATO service to agents: Tax Ombudsman report issued
The Tax Ombudsman has issued its final report to the review of the ATO’s registered agent phone line and service offer to agents.
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New regulations extend tax treatment of bail-in bonds to foreign entities
New regulations have been registered that extend tax treatment of bail-in bonds to foreign entities.
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Tax treaty with Ukraine signed
The Government has announced the signing of Australia’s first ever tax treaty with Ukraine.
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Private groups — 2025-26 compliance focus
The ATO has published its 2025-26 areas of focus for privately owned and wealthy groups.
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ASIC updates RG 260 guidance on communicating audit findings
ASIC has updated RG 260 which provides practical guidance on the communication of audit findings.
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Greater scrutiny on unlisted companies: new public register
The Government has announced that it will develop a new public register of beneficial ownership information for unlisted companies.
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Mandating cash acceptance — Treasury consultation
The Treasury has released exposure draft regulations which propose new mandatory industry codes for grocery and fuel retailers.
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Government announces changes to proposed Div 296 and LISTO
The Treasurer has announced significant reforms to the superannuation system including enhancements to LISTO and amendments to the proposed Div 296 measures.
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ASIC identifies significant gaps in superannuation trustee retirement communications
ASIC has released REP 818 which identifies significant gaps in superannuation trustee retirement communications to members.
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Misuse of compassionate early release of super: ATO and Ahpra issue warning
The ATO and Ahpra have issued a warning against the misuse of compassionate early release of super after new ATO data shows a significant growth in applications.
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Updated RIG highlights super and financial advice changes for the next 2 years
Treasury has released the Regulatory Initiatives Grid – Edition 2 listing regulatory reform priorities and initiatives that will affect the financial sector over the next 2 years.
More information here
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ASIC News
Updates from ASIC in the past week including media releases, news, articles and speeches.
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APRA news
Updates from APRA in the past week including media releases, news, articles and speeches.
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