Shane Macfarlane CA
Australian Expat Tax Changes – 2026 Budget Guide for Expats
Right. If you’re an Aussie expat with a rental property back home, shares, crypto, or any other asset you bought hoping it would one…
Read articleForeign Income Reporting for Australian Expats: Resident vs Non-Resident Rules
Australian tax resident abroad? You owe tax on worldwide income. Non-resident? Australian-source only. Our expat tax specialists explain exactly what to declare — and…
Read articleATO Data Matching 2026: How They Track Your Overseas Income
In 2026, the answer to “does the ATO know about my overseas bank account?” is, for most Australian expats, yes . . . and…
Read articleReturning to Australia: Tax Residency Consequences of Coming Home
Moving back to Australia can restart your tax residency earlier than you think. Here is what changes for foreign income, investments, CGT, and private…
Read articleCGT Reform For Australian Expats – May 2026 Budget: What To Do Now
CGT reform is back on the table ahead of the May Budget. Here’s what it could mean for Australian expats, plus a practical checklist…
Read articleForeign Resident CGT Withholding: A Guide for Aussie Expats
Foreign resident CGT withholding – The 15% Settlement Surprise: What Every Aussie Expat Selling Property Back Home Needs to Know Last updated: 17 Mar…
Read articleDivision 296 $3M Super Tax: What Australian Expats Need to Know (Status Update)
Division 296 tax in Australia is a proposed reform that would introduce an additional 15% tax on superannuation earnings attributable to balances over $3…
Read article2026 Australian Expat Tax Return Checklist Before 30 June
Complete EOFY 2026 expats checklist. Navigate residency, CGT, super, and Budget changes with this month-by-month action plan. Start now.
Read articleUK ETA Rules for Australians Travelling to the UK – What to do Before You Fly
From 25 Feb 2026, Australians generally need a UK ETA for short stays. Dual British or Irish citizens can be caught out if travelling…
Read articleTax Alert – Changes to the 50% Discount Rule Loom Ominously
The Government may reduce the 50% CGT discount in the May 2026 Budget. Here is what is on the table, who is most exposed,…
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