Archived News for Finance Sector Professionals - January, 2018
Two Queensland councils appear to have changed their tune over the ownership of an airstrip for Adani.
AI urges federal ICAC
A new report says perceived corruption in Australia’s public service may have wiped $72 billion from the national economy.
New site for banking inquiry
Unions are preparing to collect the public’s stories of banking misconduct, fraud and criminal activity ...
Microsoft paying missed tax
Microsoft Australia has paid an extra $39 million in tax following an ATO audit.
Modelling plots no negative gearing
A new study suggests home ownership would increase and most households would be better off if negative gearing was scrapped.
BIS says low rates create 'zombies'
A giant ‘bank for banks’ says low interest rates are creating ‘zombie firms’.
BHP questions lobby membership
BHP has released a review questioning its membership of the World Coal Association (WCA) and Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) over energy policy.
Bitcoin markets expect regulation
Experts want Australian authorities to be proactive in regulating the cryptocurrency industry.
Deep doubt for NAIF rail loan
Even without the Queensland's rejection, Adani's $1 billion NAIF loan is unlikely to be approved.
Feds defend huge outside spend
The Federal Government has defended the hundreds of millions it has spent on management consultants.
PC says bush push not enough
The Productivity Commission says decentralisation is not a fix for struggling regional economies.
457 fears in new TPP
Unions have issued a warning about the new version of the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
Spotify sued for skirting fees
Spotify is being sued for at least $US1.6 billion over copyright infringement.