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Hey Garth! Paul Hogan given leave to return to US
Whats yer mate been up to not payin' his taxes!!
BBC News - Paul Hogan given leave to return to USCrocodile Dundee star Paul Hogan has reached an agreement with tax authorities in Australia allowing him to return to his home in the US.
The 70-year-old had previously been barred from leaving Australia over an unpaid multi-million dollar tax bill.
His lawyer said a deal had been reached following a "cordial and co-operative" meeting with tax officials.
Hogan was served an Australian Taxation Office order last month after returning to Sydney for his mother's funeral.
Earlier this week, the actor told Australia's Nine network he was unable to pay "10% of what they're asking".
"I don't have, and never had, the money people think I got," he continued.
It is claimed the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is seeking tax on A$37.5m (£22.1m) of allegedly undeclared income from Hogan.
Hogan has denied claims he has put tens of millions of dollars in film royalties in offshore tax havens.
"Mr Hogan is pleased to announce that the parties have reached agreement on terms... which will allow Mr Hogan to return to his family," Hogan's lawyer said on Friday.
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"While the Commissioner and Mr Hogan remain in dispute on more general taxation issues, Mr Hogan continues to protest his innocence and denies any wrongdoing."
The former TV star became an international celebrity after playing wily bushman Mick "Crocodile" Dundee in 1986.
Crocodile Dundee went on to become Australia's most successful film, spawning two sequels.
Hogan now lives in Los Angeles with actress wife Linda Kozlowski, his co-star in the Crocodile Dundee films.
The ATO has made no statement about his case, saying it does not comment on individual taxpayers.
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Do you mind? I'm not THAT desperate for mates!
Personally, I'm sick of hearing his whinging. I hope he's on a plane out of here right now. All we've heard about is how he's being victimised by the evil tax office. Just pay what you owe & shut up FGS! What makes him any different to anyone else?
Bear - Gotcha day 23/10/2011
The average dog is a nicer person than the average person.
-Andy Rooney
Anybody who says money can't buy happiness has never paid an adoption fee
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He carries a really big knife.Originally Posted by Garth
What makes him any different to anyone else?
Debi and Bauer
"Some people are like slinkies. Not really good for much, but bring a smile to your face when pushed down the stairs."
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Besides that?He carries a really big knife.
Bear - Gotcha day 23/10/2011
The average dog is a nicer person than the average person.
-Andy Rooney
Anybody who says money can't buy happiness has never paid an adoption fee
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So why did they let him off the hook then??
Sounds like he owed loads!!
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who cares?
Sharon - still not a dude.
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Dave does.
Bear - Gotcha day 23/10/2011
The average dog is a nicer person than the average person.
-Andy Rooney
Anybody who says money can't buy happiness has never paid an adoption fee
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The Australian government evidently.
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Besides that?
So you've watched his movies then !
Phillistine
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Hey I thought Crocodile Dundee was quite entertaining! Cannot believe he is 70 now.
So Garth - are you and Pottsie going to the Bathhurst 1000 in October?!
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