by Chris Garlick | Nov 19, 2025 | Tax Law
Introduction: The Strange Case of the Tax Resident of a Tree Australian taxation law has produced some unforgettable stories, but none stranger than the man who became a tax resident of a tree. It is a real example of how tax residency rules, the permanent place of...
by Chris Garlick | Nov 13, 2025 | Tax Law
Vanuatu Tax Residency: Why Australians May Still Be Taxable in Australia Vanuatu’s appeal is obvious: no personal income tax, no company tax, no capital gains tax, no wealth or inheritance tax. Apart from a 12.5% VAT on goods and services, the country promotes itself...
by Chris Garlick | Oct 28, 2025 | Tax Law
Why You Might Need a Tax Lawyer (Not Just an Accountant) Introduction When tax problems arise, many people think of calling their accountant first. But there are situations where an accountant isn’t enough — and only a tax lawyer has the expertise and legal...
by Chris Garlick | Oct 21, 2025 | Tax Law
What is Bracket Creep—and Why the New Tax Cuts Might Not Feel Like Enough Introduction You may have heard of “bracket creep”, a silent income tax issue that often gets overlooked. Even with tax cuts on the way, inflation and wage growth can push you into higher tax...
by Chris Garlick | Oct 14, 2025 | Tax Law
Is Your Super over $3 Million? What the Proposed ‘Super Tax’ Could Mean for You Introduction If your superannuation balance is above $3 million, you could soon face new tax rules. Division 296 is the proposed “super tax” targeting large super funds. From 1 July 2025,...
by Chris Garlick | Oct 7, 2025 | Tax Law
Avoid These Deduction Mistakes Before You Lodge Your Tax Return Claiming deductions is one of the easiest ways to reduce your tax bill, but mistakes are common — and some can carry penalties or delays. The ATO has been increasing scrutiny, so knowing what errors to...
by Chris Garlick | Sep 30, 2025 | Tax Law
How the 2025–26 Income Tax Cuts Affect Your Take-Home Pay Tax time in 2025 brings meaningful changes to how Australians are taxed. The 2025–26 income tax cuts, part of the Stage 3 reforms, aim to ease inflation and rising cost-of-living pressures. But how much...
by Chris Garlick | Sep 23, 2025 | Tax Law
Tax Integrity and ATO Enforcement — Why You Need a Lawyer, Not Just an Accountant The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has sharpened its focus on tax integrity and enforcement. With stronger data-matching, increased audits, and more resources for compliance,...
by Chris Garlick | Sep 16, 2025 | Tax Law
Entertainers and Australian Tax — Ricky Martin’s Tour Example When international superstars tour Australia, fans see sold-out arenas — but the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) also sees taxable income. This week we explore entertainers and tax, using Ricky Martin’s...
by Chris Garlick | Sep 3, 2025 | Tax Law
Inherited Property Exceeding 2 Hectares and Capital Gains Tax One of the most common questions in practice is what happens with inherited property exceeding 2 hectares — especially when the family inherits a small acreage rather than a standard suburban block. We’ve...
