What the proposed changes to the Research & Development Tax Incentive means for claimants, international competitiveness and the future of innovation in Australia.

The 2026 Federal Budget introduces a significant reshaping of longstanding Australia’s Research and Development Tax Incentive (RDTI) program, including changes to eligibility thresholds, increased expenditure caps, adjustments to tax offset rates, and a shift away from supporting activity claims in favour of core R&D activities only.

At the same time, the Budget measures changes conditions around refundability and introduces heightened authority, scrutiny and oversight. Against this backdrop of structural reform, businesses undertaking R&D will need to reassess their tax strategies, funding models and forward investment plans to maximise benefits and manage risk in an increasingly complex and targeted incentive landscape.

Join our R&D Tax experts as they unpack what the changes mean for your proposed R&D claims.

 

 Webinar details: 

Date: Tuesday, 23 June 2026

Time: 11AM AEST | 9AM AWST

Venue: Please note, this webinar is hosted via Zoom.

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PRESENTERS

Jessica Olivier

Jessica Olivier

Partner, Tax Services
RSM Australia

Jessica Olivier is a National Executive, and a Partner of the Tax Services division in Sydney. She is a specialist in R&D tax incentive compliance and consulting services....VIEW PROFILE >>
Rita Choueiri

Dr. Rita Choueiri

Partner, Tax Services
RSM Australia

Rita Choueiri is a Partner of the Tax Services division in Melbourne, providing specialist R&D Tax Incentive compliance and consulting services. Rita is passionate about cutting-edge technology.... VIEW PROFILE >>
Simon Harcombe

Simon Harcombe

Partner, Tax Services
RSM Australia

Based in our Perth office, Simon Harcombe is a Partner in the Tax Services division providing specialist R&D tax incentive consulting services....VIEW PROFILE >>