Federal Budget 2026 Breakdown: What every small business needs to know Posted on July 23, 2026
Discover what's changed, why it now impacts you and what actions to take
The 2026 Federal Budget has delivered some of the most significant proposed tax reforms Australia has seen in decades.
From changes to Capital Gains Tax and negative gearing through to new tax rules for discretionary trusts and small business, these proposed reforms have the potential to reshape the way Australians invest, structure their affairs and plan for the future.
While many of the measures are still progressing through legislation, understanding how they could affect you now will put you in the best position to plan ahead.
Whether you're a business owner, investor or simply want to understand what these announcements mean for your financial future, this seminar is designed to provide practical guidance and clear direction.
Wednesday 26 August 2026
5:30pm - 7:00pm
AdviceCo. Offices - 207 Albany Street North, Gosford
Complimentary – valued at $250 per person
Wednesday, 18 February 2025
5.30pm - 7.00pm
AdviceCo. Offices - Albany Street North. Gosford
Complimentary – valued at $250 per person
Seminar Registration
The Federal Budget isn't just about tax changes.Â
It has the potential to influence your:
- Investment strategy
- Capital gains tax planning
- Property ownership decisions
- Business structure
- Discretionary trust planning
- Small business tax strategy
- Estate and succession planning
The proposed measures include:
- Changes to the 50% Capital Gains Tax discount
- New minimum tax rules on capital gains
- Negative gearing reforms for established residential properties
- New taxation rules for discretionary trusts
- Changes affecting bucket companies and trust distributions
- Small business tax incentives and depreciation concessions
These changes may not require action today, but understanding them early can help you avoid costly decisions later.
This seminar will help you understand what these proposals mean in practice without the jargon.
What you'll learn
Over 90 practical minutes, we'll explain:
✔ The proposed Capital Gains Tax changes and how they may affect your investments
✔ What the negative gearing reforms mean for current and future property owners
✔ How the new discretionary trust tax rules could impact business and family structures
✔ The latest small business Budget measures and available tax concessions
✔ Practical planning opportunities before the proposed commencement dates
✔ Common misconceptions surrounding the Budget announcements
✔ What actions you should consider now—and what can safely wait until legislation is finalised