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The Federal Government has released draft legislation for amendments to PAYG instalments for major taxpayers....
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Legislative amendments are planned to stem criticism that super funds could avoid paying tax through a loophole. ...
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A major challenge to the development of infrastructure projects in Australia is that funding is provided by state governments, a CEDA panel has been told....
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APRA’s Ross Jones has let the industry in on some information regarding a discussion paper the regulator will release next week....
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An international panel has responded to questions about the viability of Europe’s carbon trading scheme at CMSF 2013....
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Superannuation trustees will not be expected to make specific inquiries about a member’s individual circumstances when making a retirement estimate, according to a new Au...
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The Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees (AIST) has welcomed the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's (APRA's) draft prudential practice guides - with ...
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In its 2013-14 budget submission, BCA has said the Government needs a major rethink on fiscal strategy....
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Another milestone in the Government’s efforts to create a single market economy between Australia and New Zealand has been implemented....
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The Financial Services Council (FSC) has called for a 12-month transition period for the implementation of a trade reporting regime for over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives...
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AIST said the calculations to compensate victims of the Trio collapse should take member base into account. ...
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APRA has been given enhanced powers over the superannuation industry, with the Superannuation Legislation Amendment Bill passing through Parliament on Tuesday....
From my perspective, 40- 50% of people are likely going to be deeply unhappy about how long they actually live. ...
Super director remuneration ...
No doubt true, but most of it is still because over 45’s have been upgrading their houses with 30 year mortgages. Money ...