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...
by Chris Garlick | Aug 27, 2025 | Tax Law
What happens if an Australian wins the U.S. lottery? It sounds like a dream — but the reality involves complex tax rules across two countries. Whether you bought a genuine U.S. lottery ticket or placed a bet through an Australian operator, the amount you actually take...
by Chris Garlick | Aug 20, 2025 | Tax Law
When life delivers more than one blow, the tax system doesn’t always feel like it’s on your side. But sometimes, it can be — if you know how to ask. A Story Too Many Australians Don’t Know – How ATO Hardship Provisions Work – “ATO hardship...
by Chris Garlick | Aug 13, 2025 | Tax Law
Frozen Funds in Drop Shipping Business – How Chris Can Help You Recover Running a global e-commerce store can be exciting – but frozen funds in drop shipping business can quickly stop your cash flow and cause major stress. Whether the freeze comes from a bank, payment...
by Chris Garlick | Aug 5, 2025 | Uncategorized
Carried-Forward Losses in Australia: Opportunities and Obstacles for Corporations By Christopher Garlick, Barrister-at-Law International and Domestic Taxation Law Introduction In today’s uncertain economic climate, many Australian corporations are holding substantial...
by Chris Garlick | Jul 30, 2025 | Tax Law
Permanent Establishment Risk in Commissionaire Structures: Why a Legal Opinion Matters If your Australian business operates under a Commissionaire structure with a Hong Kong parent company, you could be exposed to permanent establishment risk under Australian tax law....
by Chris Garlick | Jul 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
Cross-Border Ecommerce and the Commissionaire Trap: Are You Creating a Tax Presence in Australia Without Realising It? As ecommerce operations become increasingly globalised, many businesses are turning to sophisticated logistics and payment structures to reduce...
by Chris Garlick | Jul 16, 2025 | Tax Law
When it comes to Australian taxation, residency status plays a crucial role in determining your tax obligations. For individuals entering or returning to Australia, especially those maintaining ties abroad, understanding how residency is assessed under Australian law...
