Federal Budget 2026-27

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The Australian Federal Budget for 2026-27 will be handed down in May 2026, the first budget since Labor's re-election in 2025.

Federal Budget Opposition Reply 2025-26

Federal Budget 2025-26

In its Budget Reply, the Opposition commits to key spending on healthcare and energy but plans to cut 41,000 public servants and repeal $17.1B in tax cuts, citing fiscal concerns.

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Federal Budget 2025-26

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With the 2025 Federal Budget confirmed for 25 March, we've got you covered. Check out our Federal Budget hub for our Budget coverage, and make sure you register for our virtual seminar where our panel of experts will dissect the Budget and tax implications for your business.

A budget for uncertain times

Federal Budget 2025-26

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has delivered the Federal Budget 2025-26 – the Government’s fourth since taking office.

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How the Federal Budget can support Australian businesses during challenging times

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In a few days, the Treasurer will present a budget that few of us expected. While in the shadow of the upcoming Federal election, it’s important that the Government takes the opportunity to set a platform to support Australian business in an environment of major global uncertainty.

Vince Tropiano
Elizabeth McNamara
Simone Barker
Richard Nutt
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Opportunities for businesses in a complex trade environment

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The recent reintroduction of tariffs by the US Government has created significant challenges for Australian businesses engaged in international trade.

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Court rules ATO’s 15-year stand on trusts and Division 7A to be wrong – Bendel case

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On 19 February 2025, a pivotal Full Federal Court decision in respect of trust law and Division 7A was handed down by the Full Federal Court in Commissioner of Taxation v Bendel [2025] FCAFC 15 which has confirmed in favour of the taxpayer.

David Montani
Paul Banister
Yan Wong
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Trade and tariffs: what does it mean for Australian businesses?

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With the United States of America electing President Donald Trump for a second term, many economists are considering how this will affect both global and local economies. Whether potential tariffs come to fruition, Australian businesses should take this opportunity to review their supply chain, transfer pricing policies and export strategies and prepare ahead of time to lessen any potential impacts to their business.

Richard Nutt
Rashtin Fazal
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Federal Budget and the Retail sector

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Australians are currently struggling with cost-of-living increase including essential goods such as housing, utilities, petrol and groceries. Consequently, household budgets are being altered across the country to tighten spending and temporarily alleviate financial pressures.

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