by Chris Garlick | Nov 26, 2025 | Tax Law
Does the Prime Minister Get Special Tax Treatment in Australia? Every few weeks someone leans over a bar or a barbecue, lowers their voice and asks: “So… does the Prime Minister really pay tax like the rest of us?” It’s a fair question. The role comes with motorcades,...
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 | Jun 24, 2025 | Tax Law
Understanding withholding tax rules in Australia is essential for any individual or business earning or distributing income across borders. Whether you’re paying dividends, earning royalties, or handling interest payments, these rules determine how tax is...
by Chris Garlick | May 30, 2025 | Tax Law
Introduction to Taxation Law in Australia Taxation law governs how individuals and businesses are taxed by federal, state, and local governments. It outlines the legal obligations, processes, and rights related to income tax, GST, capital gains tax (CGT),...
