Audit: Auditors of SMSF reminded of competency requirements
Members are reminded that today is the last day to get comments back to the Institute with regard to the draft set of competency requirements for auditors of self-managed super funds. more >

Lobbying: Institute responds to election result
Following the federal election on 24 November, the Institute will be working with the new government to secure positive change for members. more >

Insurance: Professional indemnity comparisons available now
The Institute has prepared the latest comparisons of PI policies to assist members who are renewing in the near future. The latest updates are current to December 2007. more >

Practice management: Public Practice Program
The Institute’s Public Practice Program is an eight week course incorporating e-learning, self pace study and face-to-face workshops. more >

Financial reporting: International standard for SMEs field tested
Field test results on the proposed International Financial Reporting Standard for SMEs. more >

Standards and public affairs: 2007 highlights and 2008 plans
The Institute has worked tirelessly to enhance the position of the Chartered Accountants brand in 2007. And there will be no let up in 2008. more >

Corporate: Key announcements from the Global Accounting Alliance
Summary of the key announcements from the Mexico City board meeting last month. more >

General news: Thirteen achieve Institute meritorious award
Meritorious service award is presented to 13 members for services to Institute. more >

Business Leader Awards: Update
The Chartered Accountants Business Leader Awards attracts record number of nominations. more >

Ethics: New standards move closer
Two standards are being redrafted by the Accounting Professional & Ethical Standards Board, and are expected to be issued in the near future. Members should be aware of these now, and consider how they may be impacted. more >

Articles of interest: December 2007
Selected media articles from around the world, on a wide range of accounting topics. Includes articles on collaboration, wireless technology, project accounting, and enterprise risk management. more > 

General news: Results of IFAC global survey announced
Results announced as part of 'World Accountancy Week'. more >

What else is happening?
A round up of other news and events from the Institute and beyond. more >

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