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Budget 2008-09: Tax Laws Amendment Update

21.10.08

In the July 2008 issue, it was stated that the Government introduced a Bill containing amendments concerning shareholders and unitholders rights, and restricting GST refunds.

On 20 September 2008, the amendments were enacted as law.

Tax Office Eyes Overdue Tax Lodgments
The Tax Office is eyeing companies, trusts, partnerships and individual taxpayers which have overdue income tax returns.

Tax Scams On Tax Office Radar
The Tax Office has recently highlighted the emergence of new tax schemes, warning taxpayers to be vigilant.

Education Tax Refund - Claims Check
The Tax Office will be data-matching with Centrelink to identify recipients who may be incorrectly claiming the education tax refund.

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