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Payday Super: Implications for employers & payroll operations

29/10/2025

New Payday Super legislation will mean employers now have about eight months to prepare their systems and processes. The requirements are expected to intensify Australian Taxation Office (ATO) scrutiny and increase administrative workloads for payroll.  After months of anticipation, on 9 October 2025, the Australian Treasury introduced legislation to Parliament to implement the Government’s Payday […]

Private groups – ATO identifies key focus areas for FY25 & FY26

23/10/2025

On 22 September the Australian Tax Office (ATO) published the key compliance focus areas it will be targeting when reviewing privately owned and wealthy groups for the 2025 and 2026 financial years. The ATO has signalled increased scrutiny across governance, trusts, CGT concessions, and more. The ATO’s aim, in publicising its programs and focus areas, […]

Superannuation changes to Division 296 tax

16/10/2025

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has significantly watered down the government’s proposed $3m superannuation tax amid criticism from tax experts and investors. The government has confirmed several important changes to the Division 296 proposed superannuation tax reforms. The updated measures aim to improve fairness while reducing the administrative burden and unintended impacts of the original proposal. We’ve […]

Deceased Estates

10/10/2025

Our team brings extensive expertise in managing the complex taxation and compliance responsibilities associated with Deceased Estates. We work seamlessly with Executors, Court Appointed Administrators, and their legal representatives to ensure every aspect of the estate’s tax obligations is handled with precision. This includes the preparation and lodgement of all required returns, accurate declaration of […]

ASIC publishes new report on private credit in Australia

10/10/2025

On 22 September 2025, ASIC published a new report that details a high-level review on the private credit market in Australia.  The purpose of the report is for ASIC to give insights on what good operating practices look like and to share some improvements for some operators to adopt. It also highlights emerging risks and […]

Crypto exchanges to require AFSL licences 

03/10/2025

The Federal Government has released draft legislation that will bring cryptocurrency exchanges and custody platforms under the Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) regime, marking a substantial shift in how digital asset platforms are regulated in Australia.   The reforms are designed to improve investor protection within an emerging sector as some platforms have ineffective risk management as […]

Practical Guidance on Complying with the Global and Domestic Minimum Tax (Pillar Two) Regime

25/09/2025

Join our interactive seminar and stay ahead on the latest Pillar Two developments. Join us in Sydney for our in-depth Pillar Two seminar, delivered by SW tax experts Daren Yeoh (Partner and Corporate & International Tax Director), Kirsty McDonnell (Tax Director), Antony Cheung (Associate Director). This interactive session will provide practical guidance on the OECD’s […]

Tax Effect Accounting Seminar

24/09/2025

Discover the latest updates in tax effect accounting with expert insights into accounting for income taxes. Our expert will provide you with topical content of relevance as well as an update on what’s new in tax effect accounting, including information about the following topics: SW Speaker: Daren YeohPartner and Corporate & International Tax Director

Corporate and International Tax update

24/09/2025

Our 2025 Corporate and International Tax update seminar ensured you are up to date with the latest developments in corporate and international income tax. Our seminar was delivered in an interactive online format with SW Tax experts Daren Yeoh, Yang Shi, Kirsty McDonnell and Paul Hum. Our speakers equipped you with invaluable insights into the […]

Unlocking ROI in Franchising: The metrics that matter most

23/09/2025

As franchisors gather at the WA Franchise Legal Symposium, one theme consistently rises to the top of boardroom discussions: Return on Investment (ROI). For franchisors, ROI is more than a number, it is the measure of system health, franchisee confidence, and long-term sustainability. Why ROI is the ultimate KPI While revenue growth often takes centre […]