TaxVibe

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Jonathan Ortner, Tax Director, Arnold Bloch Liebler, about section 100A of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936 that deals with trust distributions and what the ATO’s recent draft guidance materials mean for you and your clients. They explore: What section 100A is and why it’s in the spotlight at the moment The conditions under which section 100A applies...

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Alan FitzGerald, Founder of Practice Connections Advisory, about tax and the current technology landscape, including:   • Digital disruption and how practices have become agile during the pandemic  • The current state of tax and accounting software   • The future of technology in tax and the impacts of solutions like Artificial Intelligence   Alan has s...

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Julie Abdalla, FTI, Tax Counsel at The Tax Institute about what’s in store on the tax front for the year ahead, including: - PCG 2021/4 - Section 100A - Division 7A - Individual residency - Corporate/multinationals (Sharing economy, LPP protocol & more) Host: Robyn Jacobson, CTA  Guests: Julie Abdalla, FTI  For more information about The Tax Institu...

In this episode, host and Senior Advocate, Robyn Jacobson, CTA chats with Jerome Tse , CTA , Partner at King & Wood Mallesons and Marg Marshall , CTA, Partner at WLF Accounting & Advisory about the importance of looking after yourself and what’s in store for 2022, including: Health and Wellness What’s in our sights Vision for 2022 For more information about The Tax Institute: https://www.t...

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Liz Westover, Partner and the National SMSF Leader at Deloitte, about the current state of play with self-managed superannuation funds - including the latest legislative changes, the array of contribution caps, and tips for those considering setting up a SMSF. Host: Robyn Jacobson, CTA  Guest: Liz Westover, FTI  For more information about The Tax Instit...

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Paul Hockridge, Principal, Hockridge Advisory Pty Ltd, about the current state of play with trusts and unpaid present entitlements, including a discussion on section 100A.  Host: Robyn Jacobson, CTA  Guest: Paul Hockridge, CTA, Hockridge Advisory Pty Ltd  For more information about The Tax Institute: https://www.taxinstitute.com.au/

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Jerome Tse, Partner, King & Wood Mallesons and current Vice President of The Tax Institute, and Scott Treatt, CTA, General Manager, Tax Policy and Advocacy, at The Tax Institute about the pathways available in resolving tax disputes.  Host: Robyn Jacobson, CTA  Guests: Jerome Tse, CTA and Scott Treatt, CTA  For more information about The Tax Institu...

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Scott Treatt, CTA, General Manager, Tax Policy and Advocacy, at The Tax Institute about the range of COVID-19 business support measures on offer around the country and the pathway forward to a better tax system. Host: Robyn Jacobson, CTA Guest: Scott Treatt, CTA  For more information about The Tax Institute: https://www.taxinstitute.com.au/

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Tim Loh, CTA, Assistant Commissioner, Experience and Government, Individuals and Intermediaries and Tax Time spokesperson for 2021, ATO, about the annual Tax Time program.  Host: Robyn Jacobson  Guest: Tim Loh  For more information about The Tax Institute: https://www.taxinstitute.com.au/

In this special Post-Budget edition of TaxVibe, Robyn will discuss the key tax and superannuation measures announced as part of the Federal Budget 2021–22, providing her unique perspective and insights.   Head to taxinstitute.com.au/federal-budget for your Federal Budget Report.  For more information about The Tax Institute: https://www.taxinstitute.com.au/

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with the President of The Tax Institute, Peter Godber, about being a member of the tax community during a changing time of reform and renewal. They discuss the role of professional connections in building knowledge, finding opportunities and excelling in your tax career.  Host: Robyn Jacobson  Guest: Peter Godber, President, The Tax Institute  For more infor...

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Leanne Connor, Director, WGC Advisors Pty Ltd, about the taxation treatment of property, held as a home, in the form of investment or for property development. We also discuss the role of women in tax, how COVID-19 has equipped us to face future challenges and pathways for younger practitioners.  Host: Robyn Jacobson  Guest: Leanne Connor, Director, WGC...

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with the Inspector-General of Taxation and Taxation Ombudsman, Karen Payne, about the importance of her role and, more broadly, of women in tax.  Host: Robyn Jacobson  Guest: Inspector-General of Taxation and Taxation Ombudsman, Karen Payne  For more information about The Tax Institute: https://www.taxinstitute.com.au/

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with two superannuation experts, Jemma Sanderson, CTA, Coopers Partners, and Julie Dolan, KPMG, about a range of issues regarding superannuation contributions.  Host: Robyn Jacobson  Guests: Jemma Sanderson and Julie Dolan  For more information about The Tax Institute: https://www.taxinstitute.com.au/

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Justin Byrne, Queensland Bar about some of the sleepers regarding trusts and the focus areas of the ATO.  Host: Robyn Jacobson  Guest: Justin Byrne  For more information about The Tax Institute: https://www.taxinstitute.com.au/

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with James O’Halloran, Deputy Commissioner, Economic Stimulus Branch, ATO, about the Government’s new JobMaker Hiring Credit payment scheme. This podcast features the song "Creative Minds" by Bensound.   For more information about The Tax Institute: https://www.taxinstitute.com.au/

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with Julianne Jaques, a Senior Counsel at the Victorian Bar and a member of the Board of Taxation and the Tax Practitioners Board, about where a career in tax can take you. Host: Robyn Jacobson Guest: Julianne Jaques This podcast features the song "Creative Minds" by Bensound.   For more information about The Tax Institute: https://www.taxinstitute...

In this episode of TaxVibe, Robyn chats with the CEO at The Tax Institute, Giles Hurst, about the power of advocacy and the role of The Tax Institute and the broader tax profession in improving our tax system. They discuss: Our Tax Policy & Advocacy team and their role in policy design The Tax Institute's Jounrey through 2020 and the impact of the COVID-19 economic stimulus measures on th...

In this inaugural episode of TaxVibe, Robyn Jacobson, CTA chats with the Director, Tax Policy & Technical at The Tax Institute, Andrew Mills CTA (Life) about The Tax Institute’s major endeavour for 2020, The Tax Summit: Project Reform . They discuss:  Why tax reform is necessary and why now is the right time to advocate What genuine tax reform looks like What is needed for successful reform Ho...