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The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is stepping up its fight against a rising wave of tax fraud, unveiling plans to implement real-time fraud detection technology. The initiative aims to tackle an alarming trend where fraudsters exploit digital loopholes to steal tax refunds, siphoning more than $557 million from unsuspecting Aussies. The Growing Threat: Fraudsters Exploiting Continue reading

Thousands of Australian carers are set to benefit from a significant overhaul of the Carer Payment rules, with a game-changing increase in allowable work and study hours set to take effect from March 20, 2024. Currently, Carer Payment recipients are restricted to 25 hours of work or study every four weeks, but under the new Continue reading

Australians are being encouraged to take advantage of a valuable superannuation benefit that could provide long-term financial security while also offering immediate tax relief. By making spouse contributions to superannuation accounts, couples can unlock a tax offset of up to $540 while helping to build a healthier retirement fund. How the Spouse Super Contribution Works Continue reading

Queensland parents who drive their children to and from school may be eligible for hundreds of dollars in financial assistance through the School Transport Assistance Scheme (STAS). This government-backed initiative is designed to help families manage school transport costs, whether they drive their children or rely on public transport options such as buses, trains, ferries, Continue reading

The Age Pension remains a vital source of income for a significant portion of Australian retirees. Despite the expansion of superannuation, a large percentage of older Australians still rely on the Age Pension, with 39% receiving the full pension and 24% receiving a part pension. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the latest changes, eligibility criteria, Continue reading

A second major winter storm in less than a week wreaked havoc across Quebec and Ontario this past weekend, dumping heavy snow and causing widespread disruptions. City crews, already stretched thin from previous storms, struggled to keep up with the relentless snow accumulation. The storm, which forced the cancellation of hundreds of flights, left many Continue reading

Toronto Pearson Airport is gearing up for significant flight disruptions as a powerful winter storm prepares to blanket the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) with up to 25 cm of snow. Passengers flying in and out of Pearson should brace for delays and cancellations, as airlines have already begun preemptively grounding flights in response to the Continue reading

As the days stretch longer, millions of Americans are gearing up for the annual ritual of Daylight Saving Time (DST), a tradition that continues to spark debate despite its widespread use. With brighter days ahead, the clock changes are set to take effect in 2025, marking the beginning of this controversial practice that affects productivity, Continue reading

Millions of Australians will receive a welcome financial boost in March 2025 as the federal government indexes age pensions and other welfare payments to keep pace with inflation. With the cost of living continuing to rise, this increase ensures that pensioners and other recipients maintain their purchasing power and financial security. How Are Pension and Continue reading

Raising children comes with financial responsibilities, and the Centrelink Parenting Payment offers crucial assistance to eligible Australian parents. If you’re a single or partnered parent caring for a young child, you may qualify for payments of up to $915 per fortnight. This guide explains the eligibility criteria, claim process, and payment schedule to ensure you Continue reading