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Explore tax strategies to manage labour, fuel, import and cash flow pressures in construction.

Receiving a notice to pay GST from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) can be unsettling, particularly if it arrives unexpectedly or at a time when cash flow is under pressure. However, receiving a GST bill does not necessarily mean you have done something wrong.

Fuel tax credits update covering ATO scrutiny, compliance risks and rate changes.

For overseas property developers investing in Australia, early funding decisions can have a material impact on tax outcomes, deductibility and overall returns. Where debt, equity and related party funding are treated differently under Australian tax rules, the structure chosen at the outset matters.

From 1 July 2026, two significant changes take effect: Payday Super will require superannuation to be paid with every payroll run, and reforms to the superannuation guarantee charge framework will substantially increase the financial consequences of non-compliance. For real estate and construction businesses that rely heavily on contractors, the pressure to identify and manage super obligations correctly, and early, has never been greater.

High Court decision strengthens GST refund positions for developers

From 1 April to 30 June 2026, Australia’s fuel excise is halved and the Road User Charge removed, impacting fuel tax credit (FTC) rates for businesses. Learn how these changes affect claims and compliance.

A global perspective on evolving real estate and construction markets, focusing on housing affordability, emerging asset classes, and sustainability. Gain insights from Grant Thornton’s experts across Australia and the UK help leaders navigate uncertainty and adapt investment strategies.

In this episode, Principal and National Head of Private Business & Tax Advisory Technical Tax, David Montani, Specialist Tax Partner and National Head of Real Estate & Construction Anika Reside and Corporate Tax Partner Mark D’Angelica discuss the outcomes of the Economic Reform Roundtable, why tax reform has historically been challenging in Australia, and their ideal tax mix for a more productive and prosperous nation.

The ATO’s GSTD 2025/1 clarifies the GST treatment of prepared meals following the Simplot case. Learn how the new four-step test and transitional compliance approach affect food suppliers.

A practical guide for residential colleges reviewing GST treatment for the 2026 academic year – covering endorsed charity concessions, PCG 2022/3, Division 129 adjustments, and strategies to manage GST liability and compliance with confidence.

Starting April 1, 2025, the ATO will require small businesses with GST non-compliance history to switch to monthly reporting.