In this episode of the TechKnow podcast, Bryan Ashenden unpacks the Government’s revised Division 296 tax proposal, announced on 13 October 2025. Bryan explores what’s new, what remains to be clarified, and what advisers need to know ahead of the 1 July 2026 commencement.
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In this episode of the TechKnow podcast, Bryan Ashenden unpacks the Government’s revised Division 296 tax proposal, announced on 13 October 2025. Bryan explores what’s new, what remains to be clarified, and what advisers need to know ahead of the 1 July 2026 commencement.
TechKnow Podcast disclaimer:
Disclaimer: Information current as at 22 October 2025.
This TechKnow podcast has been prepared by BT Portfolio Services Limited ABN 73 095 055 208 AFSL 233715 (BTPS), the operator of Panorama Investments; and BT Funds Management Limited ABN 63 002 916 458 AFSL 233724 (BTFM) the trustee of Panorama Super, which is part of Asgard Independence Plan Division Two ABN 90 194 410 365. Westpac Financial Services Ltd ABN 20 000 241 127 AFSL 233716 (WFSL) is the responsible entity and issuer of interests in BT Managed Portfolios. Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141 AFSL and Australian credit licence 233714 (Westpac) is the issuer of the BT Cash Management Account and the BT Cash Management Account Saver. Together, these products are referred to as the Panorama products.
BTPS, BTFM and WFSL are subsidiaries of Westpac.
A Product Disclosure Statement or other disclosure document (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) for the Panorama products can be obtained by contacting BT on 1300 784 207 or by visiting bt.com.au. A person should obtain and consider the PDS and TMD before deciding whether to acquire, continue to hold or dispose of interests in the Panorama products.
This TechKnow podcast has been prepared for use by advisers only. It must not be made available to any client and any information in it must not be communicated to any client.
This TechKnow podcast provides an overview only and should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such.
Projections given are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that the assumptions on which the projections are based are reasonable, the projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from these projections.
This information does not take into account your clients’ personal objectives, financial situation or needs and so you should consider its appropriateness, having regard to these factors before acting on it.
Awards are opinions only, are not recommendations and are only one factor to be taken into account when deciding to acquire, dispose or hold interests in BT Panorama. Awards and ratings are current at the time of publication but are subject to change.
BTPS cannot give tax advice. Any tax considerations outlined in this document are general statements, based on an interpretation of current tax laws, and do not constitute tax advice. As such, you should not place reliance on any such taxation considerations as a basis for making your decision with respect to the product.
As the tax implications of investing in this product can impact individual situations differently, you should seek specific tax advice from a registered tax agent or registered tax (financial) adviser about any liabilities, obligations or claim entitlements that arise, or could arise, under a taxation law. If you need more information to complete your tax return, please consult your accountant or tax adviser to obtain professional tax advice. Please keep your BT Tax Statement and this Guide for income tax purposes.
Certainly not our first rodeo, but with the quarter coming to an end, and Parliament having risen for a few weeks, this podcast will provide a summary of where various regulatory changes are at, and what might we expect to see for the rest of 2024 given some recent announcements.
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In this episode of the TechKnow podcast, Bryan Ashenden unpacks the Government’s revised Division 296 tax proposal, announced on 13 October 2025. Bryan explores what’s new, what remains to be clarified, and what advisers need to know ahead of the 1 July 2026 commencement.
TechKnow Podcast disclaimer:
Disclaimer: Information current as at 22 October 2025.
This TechKnow podcast has been prepared by BT Portfolio Services Limited ABN 73 095 055 208 AFSL 233715 (BTPS), the operator of Panorama Investments; and BT Funds Management Limited ABN 63 002 916 458 AFSL 233724 (BTFM) the trustee of Panorama Super, which is part of Asgard Independence Plan Division Two ABN 90 194 410 365. Westpac Financial Services Ltd ABN 20 000 241 127 AFSL 233716 (WFSL) is the responsible entity and issuer of interests in BT Managed Portfolios. Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141 AFSL and Australian credit licence 233714 (Westpac) is the issuer of the BT Cash Management Account and the BT Cash Management Account Saver. Together, these products are referred to as the Panorama products.
BTPS, BTFM and WFSL are subsidiaries of Westpac.
A Product Disclosure Statement or other disclosure document (PDS) and target market determination (TMD) for the Panorama products can be obtained by contacting BT on 1300 784 207 or by visiting bt.com.au. A person should obtain and consider the PDS and TMD before deciding whether to acquire, continue to hold or dispose of interests in the Panorama products.
This TechKnow podcast has been prepared for use by advisers only. It must not be made available to any client and any information in it must not be communicated to any client.
This TechKnow podcast provides an overview only and should not be considered a comprehensive statement on any matter or relied upon as such.
Projections given are predictive in character. Whilst we have used every effort to ensure that the assumptions on which the projections are based are reasonable, the projections may be affected by inaccurate assumptions or may not take into account known or unknown risks and uncertainties. The results actually achieved may differ materially from these projections.
This information does not take into account your clients’ personal objectives, financial situation or needs and so you should consider its appropriateness, having regard to these factors before acting on it.
Awards are opinions only, are not recommendations and are only one factor to be taken into account when deciding to acquire, dispose or hold interests in BT Panorama. Awards and ratings are current at the time of publication but are subject to change.
BTPS cannot give tax advice. Any tax considerations outlined in this document are general statements, based on an interpretation of current tax laws, and do not constitute tax advice. As such, you should not place reliance on any such taxation considerations as a basis for making your decision with respect to the product.
As the tax implications of investing in this product can impact individual situations differently, you should seek specific tax advice from a registered tax agent or registered tax (financial) adviser about any liabilities, obligations or claim entitlements that arise, or could arise, under a taxation law. If you need more information to complete your tax return, please consult your accountant or tax adviser to obtain professional tax advice. Please keep your BT Tax Statement and this Guide for income tax purposes.
