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FBT Masterclass –
What you need to know for 2026

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Unlock the essentials of FBT in our 2026 masterclass – your guide to compliance and efficiency

Did you miss last year’s FBT masterclass? Don’t worry—we’re back with a comprehensive virtual session designed to help you stay ahead of your Fringe Benefits Tax obligations. Join us on Tuesday, 24 February 2026 for a deep dive into the latest updates, practical strategies, and expert insights.

Optimised learning for busy professionals

Our masterclass is structured into separate topics featuring technical analysis, practical guidance, worked examples—including calculations—and valuable market insights to ensure the content is easy to digest. This format gives you the flexibility to replay the material, apply the day’s insights directly to your business, or absorb the information at your own pace.

Why attend?

Stay ahead in the ever-evolving FBT landscape

With recent legislative updates, evolving ATO compliance priorities, and changes in rulings, case law and appeals, staying current with your FBT and reportable fringe benefits obligations is essential. The 2026 FBT workshop is designed to equip you with the expertise and tools to manage these responsibilities with confidence and efficiency.

What will you gain?

Your 2026 FBT toolkit: Updates, insights and practical guidance

  • Legislative and ATO updates for 2026
  • How to avoid FBT audits based on recent ATO activity
  • Step-by-step guidance for FBT return preparation
  • Motor vehicle classification, valuation, exemptions, and electric vehicle handling
  • FBT exemptions for tools of trade, work-related and workhorse vehicles
  • Car parking rules and reporting nuances
  • Meal entertainment vs sustenance, facility leasing, and recreational benefits
  • Employer/employee declarations and exemption strategies

Participants will benefit from:

  • Expert training by renowned FBT practitioner Paul Mather
  • A detailed 2026 FBT reporting guide
  • A comprehensive technical checklist
  • A certificate of attendance for CPD/CPE accreditation

Who Should Attend? This workshop is ideal for tax practitioners, accountants, payroll staff, fleet managers, and anyone involved in FBT return preparation or administration. Suitable for SMEs, corporations, accounting firms, non-profits, charities, and government bodies.

Secure Your Spot Today! Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your FBT knowledge and compliance for 2026. For any inquiries, please contact us at eventsanz@thomsonreuters.com. We look forward to helping you navigate the FBT landscape with confidence and precision

Frequently asked questions 

  • Yes. A recording will be available for on-demand viewing after the live session. This is ideal for attendees who want to revisit the content or who are unable to attend live.

  • No. Each ticket is valid for one viewer only. Our system restricts access to a single login per registration. If you have multiple team members who wish to attend, we offer group rates—please contact us for details.

  • Yes. The workshop content is refreshed annually, with approximately 30–40% new material compared to last year. Most updates are practical and example-based, drawn from recent client work that highlights common mistakes, misunderstandings, and missed opportunities.

  • Yes. We run a series of tax & accounting workshops throughout the year tailored to finance and business leaders and advisors, including:

    These workshops will run annually and discounts are available for attendees who register for multiple sessions. Please contact us for package options eventsanz@thomsonreuters.com .

    • Date

    24th February 2026

    Location

    Online

    Time

    10.00 am to 5.00 pm AEDT

    Cost

    • Masterclass 1 – Virtual registration: $944 AUD
    • Early bird rate: $839 AUD (ends 30 January 2026)
    • Buy 4, get 1 free
    • All prices exclude GST
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    Agenda

    Tuesday 24 February 2026

    1. FBT overview
    2. Changes for 2026 and beyond
    3. Different employers and the FBT rules
    4. Calculating individual employee reportable amounts
    5. The interaction between GST, income tax and FBT
    6. Motor vehicles
    7. Car parking

    Workshop facilitator

    Paul Mather
    FBT & Salary Packaging Specialist

    Paul has over 25 years hands-on FBT, Employment Taxes & Salary Packaging experience across all industry sectors and businesses ranging from large corporates, SME’s, Not for Profits, Charities, Local State and Federal Government and Accounting Firms.

    Paul works closely with Accounting firms to ensure they are proactively managing their clients FBT obligations and have a well structured “FBT Service Line” offering for clients.

    In particular, Paul assists employers with:
    1. Annual FBT Reporting via Outsource
    2. FBT and Employment Taxes Reviews
    3. Managing FBT Audits
    4. Salary Packaging review, gap analysis and implementation
    5. Car Parking FBT Valuation
    6. Employee Expense process reviews and implementation
    7. Review of Employee benefits, policies and processes
    8. ATO and Revenue Office review and audits

    Paul is an accomplished trainer and speaker on all areas of FBT, Employment Taxes and Salary Packaging. Paul delivers training in a practical and insightful manner.

    Paul is a current member of the ATO’s FBT Stakeholder Group (since 2005).

    Paul is the founder of FBT Salary Packaging Solutions (since 2009).

    Prior to setting up his own practice in 2009, Paul worked as Director of Employment Taxes at EY Sydney for 10 years