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Tax Policy & Advocacy update: A debate by our experts video

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Publication date: 18 Oct 21 | Source: NATIONAL DIVISION, THE TAX INSTITUTE

Abstract:
This video discusses and debates a number of key issues facing the tax system and the tax community.

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Tax Policy & Advocacy update: A debate by our experts
Author(s): Scott TREATT, Andrew MILLS, Robyn Jacobson, Julie Abdalla

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Scott Treatt CTA

Scott Treatt, CTA, CEO, The Tax Institute Scott brings a wealth of experience in tax practice, tax administration, and leadership to the role of Chief Executive Officer of The Tax Institute. Scott’s career as a Chartered Tax Advisor has spanned large and mid-tier professional firms and Government in technical and leadership roles. A dedicated member of The Tax Institute for over 20 years, Scott has contributed significantly to the knowledge of members and the betterment of Australia's taxation and superannuation system overall. Scott was previously the General Manager, Tax Policy and Advocacy, at The Tax Institute, leading its tax technical team for three years. During this time, he proactively enhanced the team’s capabilities, orchestrated a successful overhaul of the various committees and councils to improve the representation of our members, built strong relationships with key stakeholders across the industry, academia, and all levels of Government, and drove the Institute’s growing influence in policy and advocacy circles. He is a passionate advocate for holistic tax policy reform and is a visionary business leader known for his forward-thinking approach. A commitment to strategic cross-team collaboration, good governance, a strong dedication to member empowerment and development, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence in every aspect of the business characterises Scott’s leadership style. Under Scott’s guidance, The Tax Institute is poised to provide employees and members with clear guidance, adeptly turning challenges into opportunities and catalysing sustainable growth. - Current at 18 October 2023

Andrew Mills CTA-Life

Andrew Mills, CTA-Life, is Chair of the Financial Reporting Council Australia, Acting Chair of the Board of Tax, Principal Fellow at Melbourne University Law School and a member of the ANU’s Tax and Transfer Policy Institute Advisory Board and the Executive Committee of IFA Australia Branch among other roles. Previously, Andrew was the Second Commissioner, Law Design & Practice, at the Australian Taxation Office from 2013–2019. Andrew has over 40 years’ experience in taxation, including periods in the ATO, commerce and the tax profession. Andrew was a Director (Partner) at Greenwoods & Freehills for more than 20 years and managing director of the firm from 2006 to 2011. Andrew was President of The Tax Institute in 2006–2007 and is a former Governor of the Taxation Research Foundation. Andrew holds qualifications in Business and Law and is a Chartered Taxation Adviser (Life), a Fellow of CPA Australia, a Graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia. - Current at 06 January 2026

Robyn Jacobson CTA

Robyn Jacobson, CTA, is the Senior Advocate at The Tax Institute. She is an avid advocate, social media commentator, columnist, blogger, webcaster, presenter and the host of The Tax Institute’s TaxVibe podcast. She is also frequently quoted in the media. In her role as Senior Advocate, Robyn champions improvements to our tax system, with a focus on SMEs and supporting practitioners. Robyn regularly consults with the Treasury, ATO and professional bodies on technical issues, including as Co-Chair of the ATO’s Tax Practitioner Stewardship Group and a member of various other working groups Robyn has more than three decades in the profession, including a public practice background and more than 20 years guiding the profession in her various roles as a professional tax trainer. Robyn is a Chartered Tax Adviser of The Tax Institute, and a Fellow of both CA ANZ and CPA Australia. - Current at 10 April 2025

Julie Abdalla FTI

Julie Abdalla, FTI, is the Head of Tax & Legal at The Tax Institute. Julie has practiced in the tax teams of Big 4 and top tier law firms in Sydney and Melbourne, and at an international law firm in London. She has expertise in law and policy across a broad range of taxes and industry sectors. Julie is driven to achieve holistic tax reform, and has the depth of knowledge to advocate for members and the betterment of the tax system. Julie leads the Tax Policy & Advocacy team and has oversight of The Tax Institute’s National Technical and State Taxes Committees comprised of over 150 volunteers. She represents The Tax Institutes in several external forums including the ATO’s National Tax Liaison Group and the Australian Treasury’s Tax Treaty Advisory Panel. Julie provides strategic and technical advice to Government and other stakeholders, and has appeared as an expert witness in several Senate Committee inquiries. Julie has been recognised throughout the profession for her leadership and excellence in tax. She has been awarded a number of scholarships and awards including the International Bar Association Taxes Committee Scholarship, the Australian Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Award in Tax, and a prize from the University of Oxford. Julie holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Juris Doctor from the University of Sydney, and a Master of Laws from the University of Melbourne, part of which was completed at the University of Oxford. - Current at 12 August 2025

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