December/January edition of Acuity goes digital
The upcoming edition of Acuity magazine will transform into a special, digital-only edition...
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Insights and opinions on business and finance and the changing world we live in
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Who’s to blame for the rising cost of petrol and tomatoes?
Our central banks’ economic models are like Formula 1 cars – precisely engineered but no use off-road or in wet conditions...
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October/November ‘Acuity’ out now
The October/November issue of ‘Acuity’ magazine is out now packed with content for chartered accountants working across industry, practice and enterprise...
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President’s letter: A proud profession
The skills of chartered accountants can address bigger global challenges and make a difference for our communities...
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CA ANZ’s professional conduct review
CA ANZ is calling on members to engage with its Professional Conduct Framework Review as it examines its rules and by-laws and selects former Federal Court justice, the Hon Dennis Cowdroy AO QC, to...
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How disciplinary bodies work
Accountants have ethical and professional standards, but when a dispute arises independent disciplinary bodies are called upon to make decisions. What are these bodies and how do they operate?...
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A countdown to the global financial crisis
The world was hit with the global finance crisis (GFC) in 2007, but 15 years on have we learned any lessons? A new book takes a timely look at the GFC from a fresh perspective...
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That was then. What’s next?
Increased government spending and stimulus packages did a fine job of cushioning the COVID-19 blow to the economy. Fiscal policy had a good pandemic!...
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What role should Chartered Accountants play in society?
Chartered Accountants should not lose sight of their purpose — the uncompromised support of the public interest...
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President’s letter: Sustainability ties bind nations and build diverse careers for CAs
Chartered Accountants in Australia, New Zealand and Asia face the collective challenge of increasing sustainable practices to address climate change...
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The August–September issue of Acuity Magazine is out now
Look into the genesis of six flourishing startups founded by CAs and find out if automating audit will work for your practice...
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What are the tax traps for receivers selling assets?
Different tax obligations apply if a distressed asset is sold by a receiver or by a creditor as mortgagee-in-possession...
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Productivity is up, why not wages?
Labour productivity has massively outstripped real wages growth in Australia and New Zealand since 2000. Saul Eslake says fixing this broken relationship is a priority for our nations’ economic and...
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Dangerous liaisons for accountants
Trying to help a client isn’t an excuse for neglecting your own duties of due diligence and ethical conduct. There are times when CAs should walk away...
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The human case for diversity
Why should we put up a business case for diversity? Accepting people in all their varieties should just be part of life, writes Catherine Ross...