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Help with using the TPB Register
The TPB Register contains the names of all tax and BAS agents (collectively referred to as tax practitioners) that are currently registered with us, including those whose registration has been… read more
Table of contents TOC (auto-generated) Keep your client information secure by learning more about the appropriate use and disclosure of client TFNs and TFN information in email communications. We… read more
Privacy - it's everyone's business
We take privacy seriously and that’s why this year we are again proudly supporting Privacy Awareness Week (PAW). PAW is an annual event led by the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner… read more
Time to get ready to comply with new Code obligations from 1 July
It’s time for small tax practitioners (with 100 or less employees) to get ready to ensure that you are complying with the 8 new Code of Professional Conduct (Code) obligations from 1 July 2025. As… read more
Tax advice from ‘finfluencers’ can cost you thousands
The number of ‘finfluencers’ are on the rise. These are influencers who offer financial advice, including tax advice, on various social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. Unfortunately,… read more
Debunking myths about breach reporting
Breach reporting obligations commenced on 1 July 2024. This requires a registered tax practitioner to report to us if they or another registered tax practitioner has breached the Code of Professional… read more
TPB Transparency statement for use of AI
Introduction At the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB), we are committed to the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist us administer the Tax Agent Services Act 2009 (TASA) more… read more
As at 28 February 2025, the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) has received 53 reports from registered tax practitioners indicating they were reporting a significant breach of the Code of Professional… read more
TPB removes NDIS scammer from the tax profession
The Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) as an active participant in the Fraud Fusion Taskforce (FFT) has intensified its efforts to remove tax practitioners engaged in misconduct. In a recent case,… read more
Unregistered tax preparer receives 12 months jail sentence
The Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) welcomed the recent judgment of the Federal Court addressing misconduct by Perth based Ms Jessa Dabalos (also known as Jessa Van Stroe and Jessa Layola). Ms Dabalos… read more
Tax practitioners sanctioned following misleading conduct
The Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) has welcomed 3 recent decisions of the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) refusing to stay sanctions against disqualified tax agents. In each of these 3 cases,… read more
TPB takes down tax agent for defrauding government systems
As part of its role in the Fraud Fusion Taskforce (FFT), the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) is actively disrupting non-compliant tax practitioners. The TPB terminated the registration of tax agent, Mr… read more
Complying with the Code Determination
From 1 July 2025 all tax practitioners must comply with the new Code of Professional Conduct obligations introduced under the Determination. We’ll share practical guidance and examples to ensure you… read more
We have created helpful factsheets on a range of topics to assist you and your clients. Download these factsheets from the links below. Breach reporting Code of Professional Conduct obligations False… read more
As a taxpayer, it is important you: are aware of your obligations to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) understand your tax practitioner has obligations to the ATO and the Tax Practitioners Board (… read more