Australian Government - Business newsletter

Newsletter 4 March 2024

Your top IP questions answered

There's a lot to understand when it comes to intellectual property (IP). We've answered your top questions to help you out.

International Women's Day 2025

We are proud to bring together advice, opportunities and inspiration for Australian women in business.

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Fuel tax credit rates have increased

A reminder the fuel tax credits rates increased on 3 February. Use the ATO's fuel tax credit calculator to make sure you can get the most out of your claim. 

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Casual employment changes

From 26 February 2025, eligible casuals can provide written notice to their employer to change to full-time or part-time employment under the employee choice pathway. An employer can only refuse the notice for certain reasons.

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Updates to RAM for a more secure experience

Soon, you'll notice an update to the login process when you use your Digital ID to log in to Relationship Authorisation Manager (RAM).  

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Grants and support

Cooperative Research Centres Projects

Applications are open for Round 17 of Cooperative Research Centres Projects. Grants provide funding of up to $3m to support short-term, industry-led collaboration between businesses and researchers to develop new technologies.
 

R&D Tax Incentive

The deadline to register your R&D activities for the R&D Tax Incentive (R&DTI) is coming up.?If your income year ended on 30 June last year, you have until 30 April to register your 2023-24 activities.?Submit an application via the R&DTI customer portal.

Future Fuels Cooperative Research Centre

Research from the Future Fuels Cooperative Research Centre (FFCRC) is enabling natural gas suppliers to move towards decarbonisation by blending hydrogen into natural gas without extra costs for households and businesses.

Find government assistance, grants and events

Use our finder tools to explore government services available to help businesses.

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