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Superannuation measures in budget

Posted on May 17, 2011 by stephen

A very brief summary of items in last week’s Australian budget that affect self managed superannuation funds: The major revenue measures concerning superannuation proposed in the Budget included: Excess contributions tax: The Government will provide eligible individuals who breach the … Continue reading →

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Economic Security Strategy package released

Posted on October 14, 2008 by stephen

The Federal Government has released a $10.4 billion Economic Security Strategy to strengthen the Australian economy. The package contains the following key measures: · $4.8 billion in new support for pensioners and carers, including a lump sum payment of $1400 … Continue reading →

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Executive share options: tax ‘loophole’ to be closed

Posted on May 9, 2008 by stephen

In an interview on ABC Radio National, the treasurer has indicated that the government intends to close what he calls a tax loophole concerning the use of executive share option schemes. Mr Swan said there has been a loophole in … Continue reading →

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