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Barossa Convention

12 CPD hours | Super early bird now open!

 

 

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Super early bird now open!

Top tax technical program and first-class networking event

The Barossa Convention has a rich history as one of The Tax Institute’s leading events for SME practitioners in South Australia and around the country. The high-quality technical program allows delegates time to go in-depth on the latest issues in tax and mingle with some of Australia’s best tax minds over three relaxing days in the stunning setting of the Barossa Valley. 

Invigorating discussion and practical application 

The expert led technical program will feature a mix of plenaries, panel discussions and in-depth case studies, allowing delegates the time to get into the latest tax issues impacting their clients. Along with a key focus on practical examples, tips and strategies as takeaways from the event, the format allows for ample attendee interaction, discussion and robust debate during the sessions or as part of the networking events. 

Unique industry networking and idyllic location 

Set to become the standout of the The Barossa Convention each year are its off-site dinners held at one of the regions world-renowned wineries. Combined with the pre-event networking function on Wednesday night, there’s plenty of opportunity to meet up with friends and peers, old and new, from accounting, law, financial services and regulatory backgrounds while in the Barossa Valley, an iconic destination for interstaters and locals alike. 

To ensure you experience the full Barossa Convention, we recommend booking your accommodation at the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort.

Rooms are limited, so please make your booking by 11 July 2025 to avoid missing out. To access the special rate, click here.

Event Details

Super early bird registration

$ 1,595 (Member)

$ 1,595 (New Member*)

$ 1,895 (Non Member)

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  • When06-August-2025 - 08-August-2025
  • FormatFace-to-face
  • CPD Hours12

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Welcome Reception 

Dust off your boots, tip your hat, and come dressed for the frontier—be it as a sharp-shootin’ sheriff, a slick city-slicker, or a rogue outlaw ridin’ solo.

Kick up some dust at the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort and enjoy an evening of beverages and grazing while mingling with your fellow delegates and our esteemed speakers.

Time:  7:00-9:00pm
Price:  Inclusive for all full registration delegates. Additional tickets are $80 per person, see registration form for details
Dress: Business casual

Welcome and President’s Address
Speakers: Sonia Mascolo, CTA, Chair, Barossa Organising Committee, Tim Sandow, CTA, President, The Tax Institute

Session 1: The statutory presumption applicable in the Federal Court and ART that an assessment and its particulars are correct: A scourge for the citizen or a proper protection for the revenue?

Speaker: Mark Robertson KC, Queensland Bar

Session 2: The latest in Tax Policy and Advocacy

Speaker: Julie Abdalla, FTI, The Tax Institute

Session 3: Is Division 7A changed forever post-Bendel?

Speaker: Michael Butler, CTA (Life), Finlaysons

Session 4: Navigating ATO debt recovery measures

Panellists: Simon Miller, Clifton Hall, Kelly Norwood, Australian Taxation Office, Lisa Pritchard, CTA, Holman Hodge

Facilitator: Joshua Pascale, Cowell Clarke

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Session 6: International tax with SME focus

Speaker: Bentleys

Session 7: From the first offer to the after-tax consequences – Navigating the wild west of family law disputes

Speakers: Marissa Mackie, FTI, Norman Waterhouse and Elissa Riach, Norman Waterhouse

Session 8: Trickier tax issues in estates

Speaker: Julie van der Velde, CTA, VdV Legal

Session 9: Practically implementing AI in your firm

Speaker: Michelle Stevens, Cartland Law

Session 10: Part IVA for PSI businesses

Speaker: Mark Molesworth, CTA, BDO

Session 11: Small business CGT and restructure roll-over masterclass

Speaker: Daniel Marateo, Cowell Clarke

Session 12: Migration to Australia and Individual Residency

Speaker: Timothy Cooper, CTA, Vialto Partners

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Event information

Novotel Barossa Valley Resort

42 Pioneer Avenue, Rowland Flat, Barossa Valley

The Novotel Barossa Valley Resort located in the Barossa Valley district, is set in a natural amphitheatre overlooking Jacob’s Creek. The guest rooms all feature private balconies and views of the Barossa Ranges. Both comfort and functionality are assured with iPod docking stations, connecting directly to 32-inch LCD TVs, pay TV channels, in-house movies, comfortable workstations, including ergonomic chairs and broadband access, a large chaise lounge to stretch out on and individually controlled air-conditioning.

The resort is located at 42 Pioneer Avenue, Rowland Flat, Barossa Valley. It is 85 kilometres (75-minute drive) from the Adelaide CBD and Adelaide Airport. The venue provides free on-site parking for guests. Car hire is readily available at Adelaide Airport and we encourage you to book when registering for this event.

Rooms numbers are limited at Novotel Barossa Valley Resort - Book before 11 July 2025

Favourable room rates have been negotiated and secured at Novotel Barossa Valley Resort. Accommodation bookings can be made by following the link: https://www.idem.events/r/the-tax-institute-6e7f4658

Please note that room numbers are limited, so to avoid missing out, we recommend booking before Friday, 11 July.

 

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