Axito

24/06/2026

Just one week remains before applications for the R&D Tax Incentive FY26 open!

The Research & Development Tax Incentive is Australia’s flagship program designed to boost industry investment in scientific and technical innovation. Jointly administered by the ATO and AusIndustry, it supports businesses that self‑assess and undertake eligible experimental activities.

Instead of a traditional grant, eligible companies can access a refundable cash benefit or tax offset for a portion of their R&D expenditure when lodging their tax return.

To be eligible, activities must meet the definition of core R&D activities. They must be experimental, aimed at generating new knowledge, and involve outcomes that cannot be known in advance.

The level of financial benefit depends on your company’s size and turnover, with different rates applying to small and large businesses.

12/06/2026

Celebrating a major win for Axito client Ningaloo Reef Adventure Camps, the largest Regional Economic Development Grant recipient in the Gascoyne Development Commission for Round 8.
An incredible achievement that will help drive sustainable tourism and regional growth.

With a $150,000 RED Grant, Project CoralX2 will double visitor capacity from 1,750 to 3,500 guests per year. The project will replace ageing tents with high‑wind rated glamping units, expand staff accommodation, and upgrade ablution and dining facilities to support a more resilient and comfortable visitor experience.

The impact goes well beyond infrastructure:
🔸 Up to three new full‑time jobs
🔸 Expanded youth and educational tourism experiences
🔸 More than double the annual spend with local tour operators,
strengthening the regional economy.

Axito worked closely with NRAC to build a compelling case, aligning the project with regional priorities and compiling the supporting evidence needed to clearly demonstrate how the objectives would be met.

05/06/2026

Sometimes businesses may not need ongoing advisory services, but might need a sharp, independent review of a specific project or initiative. Axito’s Peer Review Service provides exactly that.

A senior consultant will deliver objective assessments on:
🔸 Tender submissions
🔸 Strategic plans
🔸 Investment Proposals
🔸 Capability Statements
🔸 Major Corporate documentation

A fresh experienced perspective can ensure key documents are clear, consistent and aligned with strategic objectives. Our role is to challenge assumptions, refine messaging and strengthen the overall impact of your project or proposal.

If you would like more information about our Peer Review services contact Ian Thubron on 1300 030 090 or email [email protected]

03/06/2026

Advisory Support Service

If you need a trusted advisor, look no further than Axito. Axito’s advisory support service provides ongoing access to senior expertise and can help you shape your future.

Our areas of focus include:
🔸 Growth Strategy and expansion
🔸 Organisational structure and governance
🔸 Business development opportunities
🔸 Major investments or initiatives
🔸 Funding, partnerships and strategic projects
🔸 Marketing and branding
🔸 Commercialisation

Think of it as having a trusted senior advisor in your corner, someone who understands your business, challenges your thinking and helps navigate complex decisions with confidence. If you’d like to find out more about this service contact Ian Thubron on 1300 030 090 or email [email protected]

28/05/2026

A strong Advisory Board can give a business something invaluable: independent expertise without the formality of a full board.

At Axito our Advisory Board service provides:
- Strategic guidance and commercial insight
- Accountability for agreed actions
- Access to networks and new opportunities
- An experienced sounding board

The purpose of an Axito Advisory Board is simple: provide experienced advice, challenge assumptions and support better strategic decisions. Our boards deliver clear, practical value by meeting on a regular basis with a structured agenda and ensuring actions are outcome focused and followed up.

For SMEs looking to scale, enter new markets or prepare for investment an Advisory Board can be the difference between reactive decisions and strategic momentum. We can help strengthen strategy, improve governance and enhance credibility with stakeholders.

An Axito Advisory Board can be a powerful step forward for your business. To find out more information about our Advisory Board Services contact Ian Thubron on 1300 030 090 or email [email protected]

26/05/2026

WA’s premier Corporate Advisory Service

When growing your business the decisions get bigger, the risks get sharper and the path forward can seem unclear.

Strategy, expansion, governance, partnerships, funding and structure are complex issues that require senior experience which is often not easily accessible to SMEs. That’s where Axito Corporate Advisory steps in.

Our principals work directly with business owners and leadership teams to provide strategic guidance, independent perspectives and ongoing advice. Our services are outcome focused.

Over the coming weeks we look forward to sharing more about our Corporate Advisory Services and breaking down the three core services: Advisory Board, Advisory Support and Peer Review Services.

If you are scaling and need access to senior experience, this service is for you.

14/05/2026

RDTI Budget News 📢
Australia’s 2026/27 Federal Budget has outlined reforms to the Research and Development Tax Incentive (RDTI).
These changes will take effect for FY28 with the goal of simplifying the program and providing targeted support for business led innovation.
Key updates will include:
🔸 Increased offset rates: Core R&D offsets will rise from 8.5% to between 13% and 23% boosting the financial return on eligible R&D.
🔸 Lower intensity threshold: Reduced from 2% to 1.5%, enabling more companies to access higher offset tiers.
🔸 Higher turnover threshold: Increased from $20m to $50m, allowing scaling businesses to retain access to the top offset rate.
🔸 Removal of supporting R&D: only core activities will qualify with the aim to streamline eligibility.

With changes due to take effect in FY28, now is the time to discuss your R&D projects with our knowledgeable and experienced R&D team. For more information contact Kushal [email protected]

01/05/2026

Applications for the Research and Development Tax Incentive (RDTI) FY25 have now closed.

The team at Axito would like to extend our gratitude to our valued clients who have entrusted us with their claims. Watching businesses secure rebates and reinvest in innovation continues to fuel our work.

With FY25 claims now closed, we are not slowing down. Preparation for RDTI FY26 is already underway, and now is the ideal time to start organising the information you’ll need to maximise your upcoming claim. If you’re unsure where to begin or want to better understand the Research & Development Tax Incentive, our team is here to help.

Contact Kushal for a no obligation chat on 1300 030 090 or email us at [email protected]

09/04/2026

Local Capability Fund Success ✅
We assisted our client Karlayura Assets & Hire with a Local Capability Fund grant application. The Aboriginal Business Round provides funding support to Aboriginal Western Australian SMEs to enhance their business capability and capacity.

Karlayura Group Corporate Development Manager, Mark Burke had a few words to say about working with Axito through the grant application process. We look forward to assisting SMEs find funding opportunities to help their projects come to fruition.

07/04/2026

Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) Grant Round 19 now open!
These grants support short term industry-led research collaborations, developing and commercialising new technologies, products and services.

Matched funding of between $100,000 and $3 million is available. Grants are for up to 3 years. Find out how to apply for a CRC-P grant to develop a new technology, product or service by visiting the link. Applications close Tuesday 12 May, 2026.

Find out how to get grants for collaborative research projects.