TPB launches new Corporate Plan 2022-23 with an agenda for excellence

With the combined intentions to safeguard the consumers of tax practitioner services and ensure that the community trusts the tax profession and the integrity of the tax system is enhanced, the Tax… read more

Company terminated for egregious conduct

We investigated the conduct of a company tax agent and found it had breached code item 1 of the Code of Professional Conduct (Code). The Board Conduct Committee (BCC) determined the company had… read more

Top tips to help you renew

Table of contents TOC (auto-generated)   When the time comes to renew your tax or BAS agent registration, preparation is the key to saving you time and unwanted stress! Take a look at our top tips to… read more

Fraudulent BAS agent terminated

Following an investigation, we terminated a BAS agent’s registration. We found the agent engaged in conduct which breached multiple items of the Code of Professional Conduct (Code), including: Code… read more

TPB Consultative Forum report — 24 August 2020

Table of contents TOC (auto-generated)   Thank you for joining Ian Klug (TPB Chair), Michael O’Neill (TPB CEO/Secretary), Janette Luu (TPB Director of Policy and Legislation) and Nadja Harris (TPB… read more

Fake tax agent fined $40,000

The Federal Court of Australia has fined Ms Arlene Caolboy $40,000 for unlawfully providing tax agent services to approximately 350 taxpayers over the past four years, advertising… read more

New guidelines aim to combat cybercrime

Joint media release between the Australian Taxation Office and the Tax Practitioners Board The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) have developed new guidelines on… read more

Frequently asked questions

Breach reporting Breach reporting requirements commenced on 1 July 2024.  Find answers to some common questions about the breach reporting requirements. Read FAQs Code Determination There are 8… read more

Reporting a system security vulnerability

About our policy The online security of our systems, including our portal is our highest priority, and we strive to ensure our systems are secure. However, despite… read more

Whistleblowing and confidentiality

Table of contents TOC (auto-generated)   New whistleblower arrangements to protect individuals who make disclosures about misconduct by tax practitioners come into effect on 1 July. This webinar will… read more

Board approved courses requirements for tax agents

To become a registered tax agent, an individual may be required to have successfully completed a: Board approved course in basic accountancy principles Board approved course in Australian taxation… read more

Legislative changes and new Code items for disqualified entities

Table of contents TOC (auto-generated)   In this webinar, you'll hear the latest information on recent changes to the Tax Agent Services Act 2009 . This includes 2 new Code of Professional Conduct… read more

TPB is reviewing tax time loans

The Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) is conducting enquiries into tax time loans offered to taxpayers, who use the services of a tax practitioner, to ensure that they are supported with competent and… read more

Registering as an individual tax agent to provide tax (financial) advice services

Table of contents TOC (auto-generated)   To provide  tax (financial) advice services  for a fee or other reward, you must be either: a qualified tax relevant provider (QTRP) (… read more

Privacy Awareness Week 2024

  Each year we proudly support Privacy Awareness Week (PAW). PAW is an annual event led by the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) to raise awareness of privacy issues and the… read more

Annual registration is coming

Starting on 1 July 2024, the registration period for tax practitioners will occur on an annual basis. This new registration process, contained in the Treasury Laws Amendment (2023 Measures No. 1) Act… read more

TPB(I) D46/2021 Supervisory arrangements under the Tax Agent Services Act 2009

Table of contents TOC (auto-generated)   The Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) has released this draft Information Sheet (TPB(I) D46/2021) as an exposure draft and invites comments and submissions in… read more

Board approved courses requirements to provide tax (financial) advice services

Table of contents TOC (auto-generated)   To become a registered tax agent providing tax (financial) advice services only, an individual may be required to have successfully completed a: Board… read more