Key points: The global AI race currently prioritises growth over safety, and regulation lags behind Unchecked AI controlling critical infrastructure may pose potentially catastrophic risks There are calls for stronger global regulations – overshadowed by AI’s financial benefits Businesses are increasingly turning to generative AI as a tool to boost productivity, support innovation and leverage […]
Key points: New three-tier system based on Net Tangible Assets: Tier 1 ($1–$50k), Tier 2 ($50k–$1.5m), Tier 3 ($1.5m+) Revenue cap: Annual revenue cannot exceed 20× net tangible assets Mandatory quarterly reporting: Internal management accounts required every quarter Ongoing compliance triggers: Notify the Victorian Building Authority when your current ratio falls below 1 or NTA […]
Sudha Viswanathan is a Partner in the Digital and Data Solutions team at Pitcher Partners Melbourne. With an impressive track record of heading up technology projects for a range of clients from family businesses to large scale corporate organisations, Sudha is passionate about helping businesses create commercial value through data-driven technology strategies. In this episode, Sudha will unpack […]
Key points The ATO is tightening rules on holiday homes, meaning most expenses may no longer be deductible if the property is used privately. Even limited personal use, especially during peak holiday periods, can result in no deductions at all for major costs like interest, rates and land tax. The new ATO approach applies from […]
Key points The Federal Government has released draft legislation for their redesigned tax on earnings for people with more than $3 million in super. The draft legislation is currently undergoing a consultation process and may change and further detail is still to come on some elements. The start date for Division 296 tax is 1 […]
Martin Koval is a Client Director in the Digital and Data Solutions team at Pitcher Partners Melbourne. With over 20 years’ experience in business technology Martin helps businesses unlock measurable improvements in productivity and operational efficiency through well governed technology adoption. An AI specialist, he supports organisations to manage these systems responsibly, transparently and in […]
Key points: Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT) – Annual notification deadline now 15 February; unimproved residential land may be subject to VRLT Land Tax – 2026 assessments issued from late January; Absentee Owner Surcharge notification due 15 January Congestion Levy – 73% rate increase affecting existing and new levy areas including in Cremorne, Richmond, South […]
The Board of Taxation is undertaking a review of ways to reduce red tape in the tax system to help ease the compliance burden on businesses and support productivity. Pitcher Partners made a submission to the Board suggesting six key proposed reforms that will reduce costs and increase certainty for taxpayers in the middle market. 1) […]
Key points: Payroll is critical to good governance, sitting at the intersection of compliance, employee trust, and strategy Migration is strategic, not just technical – Drivers include compliance risks, mergers, poor employee experience, and hidden costs of legacy systems Success relies on data cleansing, award configuration, rigorous testing, change management, and strong cross-functional leadership In 2026, payroll is […]
Ruth is the Chief Innovation Officer at Purple, an integrated communications consultancy based in Perth. With extensive experience in strategic communications and digital transformation, Ruth helps organisations navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and technology integration. She’s at the forefront of understanding how businesses can harness AI not just for operational efficiency, but for genuine strategic […]
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