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  • 15 May 2025

    Farmer who punted the farm has subdivision windfall

    This article highlights a significant case in which a farmer successfully demonstrated that the sale of farmland for subdivision was on capital account, thereby avoiding capital gains tax due to the property's pre-CGT acquisition.

  • 27 March 2025

    5 Takeaways from the 2025-26 Federal Budget

    Whilst the budget included some relatively minor and unexpected income tax cuts for individuals, and a major boost to ATO tax anti-avoidance resourcing, it offered very little in the way of tax changes and no meaningful reform.

  • 25 March 2025

    ART decision a reminder to horse breeders of 4-year limit to claim GST credits

    We explain the recent ART decision on the longstanding GST rule that a taxpayer was not entitled to input tax credits if the “4 year rule” for claiming is not met.

  • 25 February 2025

    Baumgartners Attends Alliott Global Alliance® 2025 ANZAC Conference

    Baumgartners recently participated in the Alliott Global Alliance® 2025 ANZAC Conference, held in Sydney.

  • 28 January 2025

    Private Ruling Victory for Breeder

    The article highlights a private ruling win for a horse breeding trust, with the ATO recognising its operations as a business for tax and GST purposes due to strong business indicators.

  • 19 December 2024

    Tax rules for Christmas parties and gifts

    There are many hidden income tax, GST and FBT traps to be aware of in relation to hosting Christmas parties and providing gifts or other entertainment to staff and clients. We set out the key rules.

  • 19 December 2024

    Scams Alert — Stay Safe Over the Break

    Read how to stay safe over the break and enjoy a secure and scam-free Christmas and New Year!

  • 18 December 2024

    Vacant residential land tax (VRLT) – Self-Assessed Lodgements Due 15 Jan 2025

    Owners of residential land in Victoria should now review their landholdings and ensure that they take the necessary actions to apply for an exemption or declare their vacant properties to the SRO.

  • 27 November 2024

    Global Collaboration Takes Centre Stage

    Baumgartners joined accountants and lawyers from 37 countries in Vietnam for the 2024 Alliott Global Alliance Conference. The event brought together professionals to explore innovative strategies, share insights and strengthen global connections.

  • 9 October 2024

    Superannuation Boost for Paid Parental Leave

    The 2024 Paid Parental Leave Amendment adds a 12% super contribution starting July 2025, promoting retirement savings equity for primary caregivers.

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