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Tax Office has influencer gifts in its sights

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has warned content creators and influencers that the perks they receive may come with tax obligations. In a statement, released

Survey to drive Brisbane dawn economy activation

Brisbane residents are being asked to contribute ideas to further develop Brisbane’s internationally significant dawn economy. A survey launched this week asks people

Two million still to lodge their 2025-26 tax returns

Around two million Australians have been reminded that they have only two weeks left to lodge their 2025-26 tax returns. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) said this

Counter terrorism team activated after MP struck by car

By Michelle Grattan The independent member for Indi, Helen Haines, is in a critical condition after being struck by a car outside her Wangaratta electorate office on

Four firms shortlisted for state gas power projects

Four energy companies have been shortlisted to deliver new gas-fired power generation in Central Queensland. This is part of a State Government tender targeting an

A better Australia may mean a higher GST

By Matthew Bowes and Erin-Lea Brown When the Goods and Services Tax (GST) was introduced in 2000, it was more than just tax reform. It was a renegotiation of how the

Four-lane Bribie Island Bridge design unveiled

The Queensland Government has unveiled the preferred design for a new four-lane Bribie Island Bridge, which would double the current traffic capacity between the island

New rules rein in union officials and reform workers comp

The Queensland Government has announced reforms to the state’s industrial laws that include a more robust “fit and proper person” test for union officials. It said

Senate rejects controversial rebate removal for over 65s

By Michelle Grattan The Senate has rejected the government’s controversial budget measure to remove the higher private health insurance rebate for people 65 and

New powers to transfer debt to financial abusers

Courts could be given greater powers to transfer tax and social security debts to perpetrators of financial abuse under proposed Federal Government reforms. The

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