- Three individuals sentenced in May for GST fraud under Operation Protego.
- ATO emphasizes consequences for deliberate non-compliance and fraud.
- ATO uses resources and data analytics to catch fraudsters.
- Fraud impacts community services like health and education.
- Ms. Tiarn Payten Nutley sentenced to 9 months for obtaining $50,000 and attempting $25,000 more; released on recognisance.
- Ms. Skye Anne Hoek sentenced to 3 months for obtaining over $25,000; no recognisance release.
- Mr. Gregory Pimm sentenced to 2 years and 6 months for obtaining over $165,000 and attempting $300,000 more; released on recognisance after 6 months.
Source: ato.gov.au
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