Summary
The Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 4) Bill 2026, introduced on 27 October, creates an Innovative Business CGT Concession for early investors in innovative start-ups. It refocuses the R&D Tax Incentive on core R&D from 1 July 2028, lifts venture capital thresholds from 1 July 2027 and allows optional monthly PAYG instalments.
What it means for you
Indian founders, VCs and NRI angels backing Australian start-ups, and Indian tech groups doing R&D there, should review structures and claims.
This summary is general information, not legal advice. The outcome of any case depends on its facts; read the source and take advice before acting.
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