{"id":119962,"date":"2026-05-11T16:27:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-11T16:27:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trainingbytesize.com\/au\/?p=119962"},"modified":"2026-05-11T16:27:38","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T16:27:38","slug":"eofy-training-spend-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trainingbytesize.com\/au\/blog\/eofy-training-spend-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"The EOFY 2026 Strategy: Maximising Your Training Budget and Tax Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The end of the financial year (EOFY) is more than just a deadline; for Australian businesses and professionals, it is a strategic window to reinvest in growth. At <strong>Training ByteSize Australia<\/strong>, we specialise in equipping teams with world-class project management skills that don&#8217;t just fill a CV, they drive project success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how you can leverage the 2026 EOFY to maximise your budget and secure the tax benefits available to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Small Business Advantage: 120% Tax Deduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you run a small business in Australia (with an annual turnover under $50 million), the <strong>Small Business Skills and Training Boost<\/strong> remains a powerful tool for your 2026 strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The 20% Bonus:<\/strong> Under the current ATO guidelines, eligible businesses can claim an <strong>additional 20% deduction<\/strong> on the cost of external training provided to employees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The ROI:<\/strong> If your team enrols in a $5,000 corporate package for <strong>PRINCE2\u00ae<\/strong> or <strong>AgilePM\u00ae<\/strong>, your business may be able to claim a <strong>$6,000 deduction<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Deadline:<\/strong> To claim this boost for the 2025\/26 financial year, the investment must be made (and the invoice paid) by <strong>June 30, 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Investing in your team now means you enter the new financial year with a more capable workforce, paid for using &#8220;tax-smart&#8221; dollars.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Individual: Your Career is a Deductible Asset<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you paying for your own professional development? If you are upskilling to improve your performance in your current role or to increase your income potential within your industry, the ATO typically allows you to claim <strong>Self-Education Expenses<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since the $250 threshold was removed in recent years, you can now claim the <strong>full cost<\/strong> of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Course and tuition fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official textbooks and study materials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stationery and specific travel costs associated with your study.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Project Management? The 2027 Outlook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we look toward 2027, Australia\u2019s project landscape is accelerating. From the <strong>infrastructure surge<\/strong> in preparation for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics to the massive <strong>renewable energy transitions<\/strong> in WA and SA, certified project managers are the most sought-after professionals in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Pathway Suits You?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Training ByteSize, we offer a range of accredited courses designed for the Australian market:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Course<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best For&#8230;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Key Benefit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>PRINCE2\u00ae (7th Edition)<\/strong><\/td><td>Government, Construction, &amp; Mining<\/td><td>A globally recognised, structured framework for complex projects.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>AgilePM\u00ae<\/strong><\/td><td>Tech, Digital, &amp; Marketing<\/td><td>Flexibility and speed for fast-paced, evolving environments.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Better Business Cases\u2122<\/strong><\/td><td>Public Sector &amp; Project Leads<\/td><td>Learning how to secure funding and justify project spend.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Secure Your Future Before June 30<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t let your 2026 training budget expire. By choosing Training ByteSize Australia, you\u2019re partnering with a provider that understands the local landscape\u2014from Brisbane to Perth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ready to upskill?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Browse our full range of courses, download your tax invoice immediately upon purchase, and start the new financial year with a competitive edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trainingbytesize.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore our courses here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> While we are experts in project management training, we aren&#8217;t tax accountants! Tax laws can be complex and vary based on individual circumstances. We recommend consulting with a registered tax agent or visiting the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ato.gov.au\/\">ATO website<\/a> to confirm your eligibility for deductions.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The end of the financial year (EOFY) is more than just a deadline; for Australian businesses and professionals, it is a strategic window to reinvest in growth. At Training ByteSize Australia, we specialise in equipping teams with world-class project management skills that don&#8217;t just fill a CV, they drive project success. 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