Latest Australian Taxation Office News

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.

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.

The Australian Taxation Office has issued a binding ruling clarifying the tax treatment for De Grey Mining shareholders following Northern Star Resources’ acquisition. The ruling confirms capital gains tax deferral options for eligible investors.

Kip McGrath Education Centres has appointed Melinda Smith as CEO and Managing Director, signaling a new leadership era ahead of its 50th anniversary. Smith’s extensive experience in education and government sectors positions her to lead the company’s growth ambitions from the second half of 2025.

The Reject Shop has announced a fully franked special dividend of $0.77 per share as part of its acquisition by Dollarama, boosting the total transaction consideration to $6.68 per share.

Chimeric Therapeutics has secured a $2.5 million advance against its FY25 R&D tax incentive, bolstering funding for its clinical trial pipeline and operational needs. This move complements recent capital raises and underscores the company’s strategic financial management amid its oncology-focused cell therapy development.

Algorae Pharmaceuticals has secured a significant A$318,771 R&D tax incentive rebate from the Australian Taxation Office, providing a non-dilutive cash injection to advance its AI-driven drug discovery programs.