Latest Australian Taxation News

FAR Limited shareholders receive clarity as the Australian Taxation Office confirms the recent 8-cent per share capital return is not a dividend for tax purposes.

Astron Corporation Limited proposes to shift its corporate domicile from Hong Kong to Australia by establishing a new Australian parent company, Astron Limited. Shareholders and CDI holders will exchange their securities on a two-for-one basis, aligning the group’s structure with its Australian assets and simplifying governance.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) prices for its suite of Australian-domiciled iShares ETFs for the June 2025 distribution period. The update includes detailed pricing across multiple funds and important investor compliance reminders.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced the final cash distribution amounts for over 50 Australian-listed iShares ETFs, detailing key dates and investor options for reinvestment or cash payments.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced the final confirmed cash distributions for nine Australian domiciled iShares ETFs, outlining key dates and investor requirements.

Domain Holdings Australia Limited is set for acquisition by CoStar Group at $4.43 per share, a premium supported by the Domain Board, Independent Expert, and controlling shareholder Nine. The scheme awaits shareholder and court approval, with a meeting scheduled for August.

GTN Limited is set to seek shareholder approval for a substantial $44 million capital return, aiming to reward investors without compromising its dividend policy.

State Street Global Advisors has announced a substantial cash distribution for the SPDR S&P/ASX 200 ESG ETF, reflecting the fund’s income and tax attributes for the year ending June 2025.

State Street Global Advisors has announced a 21.5897 cents per unit cash distribution for the SPDR S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries ETF for the period ending June 30, 2025, alongside franking and foreign tax credits.

State Street Global Advisors has announced a 31.56 cents per unit cash distribution for the SPDR S&P/ASX 200 Listed Property ETF for the period ending June 30, 2025, including franking and foreign tax credits.

State Street Global Advisors announces a substantial cash distribution for the SPDR S&P World ex Australia Carbon Aware ETF, highlighting a blend of income and tax credits for investors.

Indiana Resources Limited has announced a proposed capital return of five cents per share, backed by a draft ATO ruling confirming its tax-efficient status. The company plans a $32.2 million cash distribution, maintaining a strong balance sheet post-payment.