工作相关支出的标准扣除额：法案草案发布
澳政府已发布法案草案，拟自2026-27财年起及未来年度，引入1,000澳元的工作相关支出标准扣除额。
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澳大利亚证券与投资委员会（ASIC）发布数字资产实施路线图
该路线图为行业提供了有关新数字资产业务立法的监管预期及实施时间表的明确指引。
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报税季：澳大利亚税务署（ATO）重点关注领域及错误信息警示
ATO发布媒体公告，披露其本年度报税季重点审查领域，并提醒公众警惕错误或误导性信息。
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分享您对财务报告测验的看法
ASIC正在审查其董事的财务报告知识测验，并征求您的反馈。我们正在评估该测验是否仍然相关、有效且符合目的。您的意见将有助于改进，并确保未来的工具更加有针对性和实用性。
咨询征求——征求会员反馈意见
公共会计师协会 (IPA) 目前正在就多项税务咨询事项准备提交意见书，并正就这些问题征求会员反馈。
请在相关截止日期前，将您的反馈、案例及建议发送至 ipaadvocacy@publicaccountants.org.au。
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IPA 持续专业发展 (CPD) 更新
自 2026 年 7 月 1 日起，CPD 考核周期将从三年一周期改为一年一周期。
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
根据附则 2.1.2，任一会员如果破产、被指控犯有刑事罪或受到其他专业或监管机构的不利裁决，都必须以书面形式告知。点击此处了解更多信息
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Standard deduction for work-related expenses: draft Bill
Draft legislation has been released proposing to introduce a standard $1,000 work-related expenses deduction for the 2026-27 income year and later years.
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ASIC releases digital assets implementation roadmap
The roadmap provides the industry with clarity on regulatory expectations and implementation timelines for the new digital assets legislation.
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Tax Time: ATO focus areas and misinformation warning
The ATO has issued a media release revealing its tax time focus areas and warning the community to be wary of incorrect or misleading information.
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Share your views on the financial reporting quiz
ASIC is reviewing its director‘s financial reporting knowledge quiz and is seeking your feedback. We’re evaluating whether the quiz is still relevant, effective, and fit for purpose. Your input will help shape improvements and ensure future tools are more targeted and practical. The survey is open until 1 May 2026.
Complete the survey here
Consultations — provide us with your feedback as we advocate for you
We are currently seeking member feedback on a number of consultation matters, including proposed new TPB sanctions, draft PS LA on STP and MATS reporting penalties and draft LCRs on Payday Super. Please send your feedback, examples and suggestions to ipaadvocacy@publicaccountants.org.au by the relevant due date.
More information here
IPA CPD Update
From 1 July 2026, CPD will be moving from a three-year period to a one-year period. FAQs will be published shortly.
Quality Review Program (QRP) Update
The IPA has issued a reminder to include the PSC disclosure statement on your client correspondence and website.
More information here
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.
AML/CTF Resource Hub for IPA Members
The AML/CTF reporting and regulatory requirements will be expanded from 1 July 2026 to include services provided by professional accountants. IPA has prepared a resource hub to assist you in assessing if you are affected and what you will need to do before 1 July 2026 to comply with the new requirements.
Access the resource hub here
New AML/CTF obligations are now in effect - what this means for your business
Australia’s new anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) reforms have now started.
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AML/CTF Act Guidance - Amplification Kit
Know your privacy obligations under the AML/CTF Act. The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has released an updated privacy guidance to support an expanded range of businesses.
Read more about the updated OAIC guidance here
AML/CTF – will I be regulated?
AUSTRAC have written to accountants outlining their obligations under the upcoming AML/CTF regulations, which commence on 1 July 2026.
More information here
IPA-hosted AML/CTF Workshop Sessions
The IPA have brought together trainer-led AML/CTF sessions, with a variety of in-person and online options.
Check out the sessions and learn more here
Short course - Introduction to AML/CTF
This introductory course provided by Holley Nethercote Law will provide you with a broad understanding of the AML/CTF regulatory regime and the important role businesses play to support AUSTRAC to deter, detect and disrupt money laundering, terrorism financing and proliferation financing. IPA members receive an exclusive promotional discount of 30% off by using the code #IPA$30AML.
Access the course here
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Changes to foreign resident CGT: draft legislation
The Treasury has released draft legislation proposing measures to strengthen the foreign resident CGT regime.
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HELP minimum repayment income and replacement indexable amount 2026-27
The Department of Education has registered a notice specifying the minimum repayment income and replacement indexable amount for the HELP program for 2026-27.
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ATO transfer pricing guidance for inbound distributors (update to PCG 2019/1)
The update to PCG 2019/1, which contains a transfer pricing risk-assessment framework for inbound distributors, clarifies the scope and includes a white zone.
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Practice statement update (PS LA 1998/1)
Changes include updated references, clarification of maintenance obligations, and alignment of content in practice statements to the Policy management framework.
More information here
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ASIC reissues guidance on financial reporting and audit relief
ASIC has reissued RG 43 to streamline guidance on financial reporting and audit relief and incorporate legislative changes.
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ASIC intensifies global finfluencer enforcement action
ASIC has issued warning notices to 4 finfluencers as part of a coordinated international enforcement action targeting unlawful social media financial influencers.
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No TFN required to accept PPL superannuation contributions and other changes
New Regulations have been made making minor and technical amendments including allowing super funds to accept PPL super contributions without quotation of a TFN.
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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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