In the May 2024 federal budget, The Albanese Government announced a strategic examination and review of Australia’s R&D system to align it with national priorities and improve outcomes. The Government subsequently announced that the review would be led by Robyn Denholm, Chair of Tesla and an experienced leader in R&D at some of the world’s most innovative companies; the review panel also includes: Emeritus Professor Ian Chubb AC, former Chief Scientist and Vice-Chancellor of the Australian National University. Professor Fiona Wood AO, […]
Companies seeking to register R&D Activities conducted during the Year Ended 30 June 2024 (companies that have a Standard YE for tax) who are yet to do so should note that the Registration Deadline is 10 Months after YE. This year the deadline is Wednesday the 30th of APRIL 2025. Extensions of time may be available in certain situations, and extension applications lodged BEFORE the original deadline are viewed much more favorably. However recent changes place a limit on the duration of extensions available. […]