Scorpion Bookkeeping

23/10/2025

A Melbourne man has been jailed for defrauding and attempting to defraud the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) of more than $250,000 via fraudulent business activity statements.

An AFP investigation into the fraud activity began after the man, now aged 29, received GST refunds after lodging fraudulent business activity statements for ‘handyman services’ over a six-month period. The man also attempted to claim an additional $73,569 in GST refunds.

In addition to a maximum 18 months’ imprisonment, the man was ordered to pay $176,365 to the ATO.

Every dollar fraudulently obtained through GST refunds is at the expense of the Australian community. The AFP works diligently with our partners to combat financial crimes and identify and prosecute anyone who seeks to deliberately cheat the taxation system.

13/10/2025

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31/07/2025

29/07/2025

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29/07/2025

We’re running a new advertising campaign to promote the importance of using a registered BAS agent. Unregistered preparers don’t have the required qualifications to advise clients on their obligations, and if they lodge statements to the Australian Taxation Office on behalf of a business, they are doing so illegally. Accurate financial reporting is vital for businesses and this campaign links through to our online register to allow businesses to check their BAS agent is registered with us. Find out more: https://ow.ly/nIGL50WtIhN