Practice Update – March 2026

Lowe Lippmann Chartered Accountants

Lowe Lippmann announcement


Lowe Lippmann is absolutely thrilled to share some incredible news with all of you! 


We are delighted to announce that our very own Danny Lustig has been awarded the prestigious Medal of Order of Australia (OAM) – General Division. This honor is a testament to his exceptional services in the areas of community, sport, and accountancy.
 
Danny's dedication to giving back and helping others has truly set him apart, and his selfless efforts have been recognized on a national level. This remarkable achievement is a reflection of not only his hard work and commitment but also his unwavering passion for making a positive impact on those around him.
 
Please join us in congratulating Danny on this amazing accomplishment.


$20,000 instant asset write-off extended


The Government recently passed legislation to extend the $20,000 instant asset write-off for small businesses by 12 months to 30 June 2026.


Taxpayers should note that if their business has an aggregated annual turnover of less than $10 million, they may be able to use the instant asset write-off (IAWO) to immediately deduct the business portion of the cost of eligible assets which cost less than $20,000.


Eligible assets must basically have been first used (or installed ready for use) between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026. The $20,000 limit applies on a per asset basis, so taxpayers can instantly write-off multiple assets.


The IAWO can be used for both new and second-hand assets (but some exclusions and limits apply).


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Please do not hesitate to contact your Lowe Lippmann Relationship Partner if you wish to discuss any of these matters further.

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February 26, 2026
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February 16, 2026
Division 296 draft legislation introduced to Parliament Last week the revised Division 296 draft legislation was introduced into Parliament, and some technical amendments have been made after the exposure draft consultation phase. We will explain some particular areas of concern and re-consider some questions we had raised in earlier Tax Alerts on this topic. This draft legislation has been progressing at a rapid pace, and it appears the Government wants to get this legislation finalised as soon as possible, with these Division 296 rules set to apply from 1 July 2026.
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Transfer Balance Cap indexation & Superannuation changes Following the recent release of the December 2025 quarterly CPI figures by the Australian Bureau of Statistics’, the general transfer balance cap ( TBC ) will increase from $2 million to $2.1 million from 1 July 2026. This is applicable for superannuation fund members considering starting their first retirement phase income stream in 2026–27. This could provide tax effective retirement pension and non-concessional contribution opportunities for some members. The Australian Taxation Office needs to formally confirm this increase.
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