As bold economic reform ideas go, an ‘imputed rent’ tax on home owners has precedents
As industry leaders and the federal government prepare for next week’s economic summit, two economists have started a…
Businessman loses appeal over €317,312 inheritance tax bill – The Irish Times
A senior businessman “struggling to survive emotionally” has lost an appeal against a €317,312 bill for capital acquisitions…
While Trump plays with tariffs, Chalmers must find a way to do what Keating did in the 1980s
In the early 1980s, Australia had as big a trade deficit as the United States has now —…
Prime minister plays down tax reform opportunity at productivity meeting
The prime minister has talked down the prospect of major tax reform emerging from the government’s productivity round…
How the Government is preparing to ditch petrol tax, move all cars to road user charges
Bishop, who also spoke at the Building Nations infrastructure conference in Wellington today, outlined proposed legislative changes to…
The $50m fight pitting chicken brand Ingham’s against the tax office
The tax office is accusing high-profile Australian food brand Ingham’s of ripping off taxpayers, in a dispute that…
Economist calls for budget ‘prudence’, as Central Bank governor suggests rethink is needed – The Irish Times
“A lot of prudence” is needed in Budget 2026, while there is a case for postponing recurrent spending…
Negative gearing reform is back on the agenda, but younger voters now hold the power
It’s time to put the 2019 election to bed, along with the messages we pretend were sent from…
Adult pacifiers trending in China for stress relief and sleep; doctors warn of health risks
Adult pacifiers which claim to relieve anxiety and improve sleep have become a trending product in China, sparking…
Auckland cafe chain Little and Friday racked up sizeable tax debt before liquidation
Earlier this year, Evans was trespassed from her Takapuna premises by her landlord over outstanding rent. Little and…
Victims of fraud and financial abuse caught in ATO’s pursuit of $56b in tax debt
Laura remembers the day she decided to leave an abusive relationship. It was January 2020. She was on…
Government extends tax break for Philip Morris heated tobacco products
“This Government has the wrong priorities. It is giving tax breaks to tobacco companies now valued at over…