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02/11/2026

The latest ATO R&D Transparency Report shows how much R&D activity is happening across Australia’s technical and professional industries.

In 2023–24, Professional, Scientific and Technical Services reported $6.51 billion in R&D expenditure, the highest of any industry. This broad sector includes many of the engineering, software and technology businesses undertaking R&D across Australia.

At FundFindrs, we regularly see businesses in these areas that don’t realise the work they’re already doing could be eligible for the R&D Tax Incentive. For example, we’ve helped a business developing a new vehicle monitoring system claim $112,000 in eligible activities, and another developing new workplace technology claim $69,000 through the program.

Could your business be undertaking eligible R&D without realising it? Book a meeting with our team of experts to discuss your activities and potential eligibility: https://calendly.com/FundFindrs/FundFindrs-starter-meeting?month=2026-11

29/10/2026

Recently, we celebrated Daisy Cave's 1-year anniversary at FundFindrs. 🎉

Over the past year, Daisy has played an important role in supporting our clients throughout their R&D Tax Incentive journey. From onboarding and information gathering through to claim submission, she has helped ensure every client receives clear communication, personalised support and a smooth experience from start to finish.

With her international experience across the R&D sector and her genuine passion for helping businesses succeed, Daisy has become a trusted point of contact for both our clients and team. Her organisation, attention to detail and client-focused approach have made a meaningful impact over the past 12 months.

We're grateful for everything Daisy has contributed during her first year at FundFindrs and look forward to seeing all that she'll achieve in the years ahead.

Thanks for being such an important part of the FundFindrs journey, Daisy. 💙

Help us congratulate Daisy on her 1-year milestone in the comments below! 🥳

22/10/2026

Looking for the best way to fund your next stage of growth? 💹💰

Funding growth isn’t always about finding one source of capital. It’s about understanding the options available and how they can work together.

From grants and the R&D Tax Incentive to debt, equity and other funding pathways, our latest article explores 7 ways Australian businesses can fund growth and how they can form part of a broader funding strategy. 👌

Read the full article: https://fundfindrs.com.au/the-australian-business-funding-roadmap-7-funding-pathways-and-how-to-combine-them/

20/10/2026

According to the ATO R&D Tax Incentive Transparency Report 2023–24, Australian manufacturers reported $3.56 billion in R&D expenditure, making manufacturing the country’s second-largest industry for R&D expenditure. 💹🚀

From developing new products and improving materials to automating production processes and increasing operational efficiency, manufacturers continue to undertake substantial technical development activities.

While expenditure was slightly down from $3.57 billion in 2022–23, manufacturing remains a major contributor to Australia’s R&D activity.

Is your manufacturing business undertaking R&D? 🤔 Book a meeting with our team of experts to discuss your activities and eligibility: https://calendly.com/FundFindrs/FundFindrs-starter-meeting?month=2026-10

14/10/2026

Did you know? Almost $17 billion in R&D expenditure was reported through the R&D Tax Incentive in 2023-24, with 13,490 Australian companies participating.

The latest ATO Transparency Report shows innovation activity continues across a broad range of industries, from manufacturing and agriculture to software, engineering and healthcare.

Some of the key findings include:
• R&D expenditure increased 3% year-on-year
• Professional, Scientific and Technical Services reported $6.51 billion in R&D expenditure
• Manufacturing remained Australia's second-largest R&D sector with $3.56 billion reported
• Small businesses accounted for 51% of claimants

Curious about it? We've broken down the report's key findings and what they may mean for Australian businesses undertaking R&D.

Read the full analysis: https://fundfindrs.com.au/ato-rd-tax-incentive-transparency-report-2023-24/

13/10/2026

🚨 GRANT ALERT | Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund

Up to $1.5 billion in funding is available through the Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund, supporting Australian businesses developing renewable energy and low-emission technologies. The program is focused on three priority areas:

✅ Green Metals
✅ Renewable Energy Technology Manufacturing
✅ Low Carbon Liquid Fuels

Funding is available for innovation, demonstration and deployment projects that help accelerate Australia's transition to a net-zero economy.

If your business is developing innovative technology, scaling manufacturing capability, or building solutions that support the clean energy transition, this funding opportunity could be worth exploring.

Interested in finding out whether your project may be eligible?

📅 Book a meeting with the FundFindrs team to discuss your project and funding options: https://calendly.com/FundFindrs/FundFindrs-starter-meeting?month=2026-10

07/10/2026

Great businesses need more than great ideas. They need access to funding, networks and opportunities.

That's why we're excited to see our founder, Nicola Mills, join the judging panel for The Ventures Australia 2026.

We help businesses secure grants and funding, but we know that's only one part of the growth journey. Opportunities like The Ventures Awards, help founders connect with investors, raise their profile and take the next step.

If you're a founder with a business ready to grow, we'd encourage you to put yourself forward. But hurry up: Applications close tomorrow, 8 October.

Find out more at: https://www.the-ventures.com/australia-2026

01/10/2026

FY26 R&D Tax Incentive applications are now open, yet many businesses are still unsure where to start.​

​Our latest article breaks down the key steps involved in preparing a strong claim, from confirming eligibility and mapping R&D activities to maintaining records, tracking costs and avoiding common compliance pitfalls. ​

​Plus: It also includes an overview of the proposed R&D Tax Incentive reforms announced in the 2026 Federal Budget and what they could mean for future claims.​

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30/09/2026

The latest ATO R&D Tax Incentive Transparency Report was released last week, providing a snapshot of how Australian businesses are investing in innovation. ​
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Key takeaways from the 2023–24 data:​
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• 13,490 companies reported R&D expenditure through the program. ​
• Total R&D expenditure claimed reached almost $17 billion, up approximately 4.9% from 2022–23. ​
• Similar to prior years, Professional, Scientific and Technical Services recorded the highest R&D expenditure at $6.51 billion, followed by Manufacturing at $3.56 billion. ​
• Small businesses recorded the largest growth, increasing their R&D expenditure by 28% to $3.1 billion. ​
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These figures provide an important snapshot of the scale and shape of business investment in Australian R&D. It's also important to highlight published figures show R&D expenditure claimed, not the tax offset or refund received by each company.​
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We'll be taking a closer look at the report and sharing what the latest trends may mean for businesses claiming the R&D Tax Incentive in the following days. ​
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If you would like to discuss what the latest data may mean for your R&DTI strategy, book a consultation to speak with the FundFindrs team: https://calendly.com/FundFindrs/FundFindrs-starter-meeting?month=2026-10

29/09/2026

The R&D Tax Incentive can provide up to 43.5% in tax offsets for eligible research and development activities, but many businesses leave their claim preparation until they are approaching the AusIndustry registration deadline at the end of April.​
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Lodging earlier can help you access cash sooner, avoid seasonal bottlenecks, simplify tax lodgements and reduce the administrative burden that often comes with last-minute preparation.​

​𝙇𝙚𝙩'𝙨 𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙠 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜: For FY26 activities completed between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026, waiting until the April 2027 deadline means relying on information and project details that may be nearly two years old.​
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📖 Read our article to discover six reasons why lodging your R&D Tax Incentive claim now is the smart move: https://fundfindrs.com.au/why-lodge-your-rd-tax-incentive-claim-now-fundfindrs/