Correct FBT treatment of work vehicles
Learn about recent fringe benefits tax (FBT) changes and focus areas so you can meet your obligations this FBT tax time.
Experience a smoother FBT tax time by getting fringe benefits right
It’s FBT tax time – are you ready? Get on top of your obligations, prepare for fringe benefits tax time and ensure you’re ready to lodge and pay your FBT return.
ATO focus on small business November 2025
The ATO is zeroing in on common business tax errors across industries like construction, IT and professional services, especially for businesses turning over $1M to $10M. From overclaimed deductions to FBT myths about dual cab utes, the message is clear: get it right before the ATO does.
FBT Alert: Don’t Get Caught Out on Work Vehicle Use
If your business provides work vehicles to employees, make sure you’re not overlooking your FBT obligations.
Taxpayer Wins Case for Home Office and Car Deductions during COVID
A taxpayer successfully claimed home office and car expenses due to COVID-19 work changes, with the ART ruling in their favour. Learn what this means for similar deductions.
Protect your business with the PPSR
Protect your business assets with the PPSR. Learn how to secure goods, claim GST credits and reduce financial risk when selling, leasing or consigning property.
July 2025 changes and deadlines
Stay on top of key employer obligations for 2025–26, including PAYG, STP, SG payments and updated car depreciation and tax thresholds.
FBT record keeping and plug-in hybrid exemption changes
With the 2025 fringe benefits tax (‘FBT’) year having just ended (on 31 March), the ATO is reminding employers of some changes that might impact their FBT obligations.
AAT rejects taxpayer’s claims for work-related expenses
Work-Related Deductions Denied AAT Rejects Taxpayer’s Expense Claims Lack of evidence and use of company vehicles led the AAT to disallow nearly $10,000 in work-related deductions for a traffic controller. In a recent decision, a taxpayer’s claims for various work-related expenses were rejected by the AAT. The taxpayer was employed as a traffic controller in […]
FBT on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles
Changes to FBT Exemptions for Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles Starting April 2025 Employers must have binding agreements in place to retain FBT exemptions for PHEVs, with new restrictions on eligibility for electric car exemptions. From 1 April 2025, a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (‘PHEV’) will not be considered a zero or low emissions vehicle under fringe […]
