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Noel in the News: who pays the tax when you inherit shares or property?

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Noel in the News: who pays the tax when you inherit shares or property?

In his August newsletter, Noel Whittaker answers reader questions on how the new capital gains tax rules treat inherited shares and property. The timing of a death — and good records — can now change a family's tax bill dramatically.

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Noel in the News: a smarter way to invest for the grandkids

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Noel in the News: a smarter way to invest for the grandkids

Noel Whittaker's August newsletter tackles the best way to put money aside for grandchildren — sidestepping the penalty tax of up to 66% on minors' investment income while keeping full control. We summarise the key points.

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Noel in the News: the tax you can owe without selling a thing

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Noel in the News: the tax you can owe without selling a thing

In his August newsletter, Noel Whittaker warns that Victoria's Windfall Gains Tax — payable on paper gains from rezoning, with no sale required — could set a national precedent for taxing unrealised gains. Here's why property owners aged 40-60 should take note.

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Noel in the News: the new tax on death, divorce and disaster

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Noel in the News: the new tax on death, divorce and disaster

In the August 2026 Noel News, Noel Whittaker warns that from 1 July 2027 capital gains tax can fall due when assets change hands through death, divorce or insurance payouts — even though nothing has been sold. Here's why it matters for your estate planning.

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Noel in the News: the investment that sidesteps the new tax traps

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Noel in the News: the investment that sidesteps the new tax traps

Noel Whittaker's latest Firstlinks column looks at insurance bonds - an old-fashioned investment that sidesteps many of the new capital gains tax traps and makes estate planning simpler. Our summary, with a link to the full article.

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