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Join us for our 2026 GST Workshop, a full-day interactive session designed for WA Local Government. This workshop will provide delegates with a deeper knowledge and practical tools to manage GST effectively and compliantly.

Why Attend?

While Goods and Services Tax (GST) may appear straightforward, its complexity increases with diverse transactions and evolving legislation, making it a critical concern for local government. This workshop assumed a basic knowledge of GST, but has a refresher on GST basics moving through to advanced topics, helping you navigate real-world issues and enhance your GST management strategies.

 Key Focus Areas:

• Tax Updates: Stay informed on the latest GST matters and essential tips.
• GST Basics refresher: Refresh on the general principles of GST.
• GST Administration: Reminder of guidance for ATO compliance documentation.
• Grants and Contributions: Explore how GST applies to financial assistance, focusing on agreements and related factors.
• Fees and Charges: Emphasise the importance of detail and regular review in GST applications.
• Land and Property Deals: Address GST considerations in high-value transactions and identify potential planning opportunities.
• New GST Rulings: Review the latest rulings issued in the 2025-26 financial year.

Engage in discussions on current issues and practical tips. Our hands-on approach encourages audience participation, maximising the benefits from each session through interactive scenarios and practical examples relevant to WA local government.

Workshop Details

• Date: Friday 21 May 2026
• Time: 9am to 4 pm
• Location: Level 15 Exchange Tower, 2 The Esplanade. Perth 6000 or online via Zoom

Exchange Tower parking and access

Speakers

	Daniel Pegdon Daniel Pegdon is a Director in the Tax and Business Advisory division and has been with Moore Australia since 2011. Daniel's expertise is in tax consulting and compliance for SME business and corporate clients both locally and internationally, as well as professional bodies. Daniel also has a keen interest in assisting government entities and not-for-profit entities. His work has required a comprehensive knowledge of taxation, accounting and commercial matters. Daniel regularly presents for CPA Australia, The Tax Institute and Local Governments.   Areas of expertise: Business Advisory Taxation International Tax Fringe Benefits Tax
	Tony Ince Tony is a Indirect Tax Specialist in the Tax and Business Advisory division. Tony has more than 30 years’ experience in indirect tax matters. He has been involved in GST since its inception in Australia and was the spokesperson for CPA WA during implementation. Tony’s extensive experience lends to his practical consulting approach to indirect tax issues, including having presented on indirect tax topics at numerous state and national events such as CPA Congress and Taxation Institute State Taxes conferences. Since 2003, Tony has presented as a sessional lecturer in undergraduate and post-graduate tax at Curtin University and instructs for the Tax Institute in their ‘Structured Education Program’. With extensive commercial experience and having worked with clients across a wide range of sectors, Tony has a particular interest in working with government authorities, not-for-profit organisations and charities - helping them to resolve tax issues, ensuring compliance and maximising their tax benefits.   Areas of expertise: Indirect taxation (GST) Fuel tax credits State taxes Land tax Payroll tax Compliance
	Himang Gupta Himang is a Senior Consultant in the Corporate Tax division at Moore Australia (WA), with experience delivering corporate tax compliance and advisory services to a diverse range of clients. A graduate of the University of Western Australia with a double major in Accounting and Finance, Himang has a strong foundation in the interpretation and practical application of Australian taxation law. As a Provisional Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, Himang is committed to ongoing professional development and the delivery of high-quality tax consultancy services.   Areas of expertise: Corporate tax compliance Indirect taxes Managing tax consultancy services Providing advice in relation to CGT, GST, PAYG and FBT

Attendance Options:

• In-Person: Attend at our Perth Office for a collaborative, hands-on experience, complete with morning tea and lunch.
• Online via Zoom: Participate remotely through Zoom, offering flexibility without the need for travel. Online participants can interact and ask questions just as effectively as in-person attendees. Hard copies of workshop materials will be provided to all participants.

Pricing:

• First registrant: $950 + GST.
• Additional registrants from each government body: $850 + GST (a $100 discount)
• Discounts and GST will be added at registration checkout.
• Includes: workshop manual, morning tea, and lunch for in-person attendees.

What You'll Receive:

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is ideal for Local and State Government Officers involved in indirect tax administration or those looking to expand their GST knowledge. Officers at all levels of experience will find value in the topics and discussions, however a basic working knowledge of GST is beneficial to get the most out of this workshop and explore mor technical issues.

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