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On 17 September 2026, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) released its latest findings from the Top 100 and Top 1,000 income tax and GST assurance programs. Covering reviews completed to 30 June 2026, the reports provide a useful perspective on large business tax compliance and the issues shaping the ATO's ongoing scrutiny.

The ATO’s expanded passenger movement data-matching program means international travel records could come under greater scrutiny, particularly where tax residency is unclear or circumstances have changed. We then turn to lost superannuation, with more than $21 billion currently sitting unclaimed and a simple check potentially uncovering money that belongs to you. Recent changes to the negative gearing reforms that apply from 1 July 2027 have also fixed some unintended outcome

ASIC’s latest educational materials explain the key areas businesses need to understand, from climate risks and emissions accounting to scenario analysis and governance.

Recently, ASIC warned that scammers are using generative AI to create convincing deepfake videos, fake websites, fabricated news articles and online reviews to make fraudulent investments appear genuine.