Expert guidance on GST, superyachts and Australian tax compliance.
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At Tax Navigate, we don’t just deliver advice, we contribute to the wider conversation around the GST, opening up Australia for the marine sector and indirect tax strategy.
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Written by founder Jeff Pfaff, with over 25+ years of experience specialising in indirect taxes, these insights reflect a commitment to clarity, commercial relevance, and trusted expertise. Whether you’re a yacht owner, tax manager, advisor or broker, these resources are here to help you stay informed and confident when dealing with Australian GST.
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[ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-382-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/article-1.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Sex and the single supply
The importance of establishing who is the ‘supplier’ for the purposes of the GST Act.
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/gst-the-temporary-admission-scheme/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-395-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/article-3.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Debate on the GST and food
ATO drawn into the public debate on the GST and food
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/australian-tax-gst-food-classification/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-393-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/article-2.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### The GST margin scheme
Did Fabio revive the ‘practical business tax’ concept?
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/the-gst-margin-scheme/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-397-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AdobeStock_188167420-scaled.webp);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Owning a Superyacht – Private vs Commercial?
For those buying a luxury asset, there are many issues to navigate before taking delivery of their new pride and joy. Often, for those who wish to make the asset pay its way, the question of tax becomes critical.
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/ruling-spotlight-gst-charter-income/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-399-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AdobeStock_219868769-scaled.webp);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Get ready Australia – The time to charter is now!
Australia is renowned for its iconic attractions and safe, secluded waters, it’s also home to some of the best repair and refit businesses, marina facilities and supply chains worldwide. However, the reality of doing business here for a foreign-flagged charter yacht can be more challenging.
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/get-ready-australia-the-time-to-charter-is-now/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-401-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Yacht-Overhead-under-2mb-scaled.jpg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Superyachts and Regulatory Barriers in Australia – A Taxing Problem
The passing of legislation removing a major barrier to foreign-flagged superyachts chartering in Australian waters has been praised by the domestic industry. While this regulatory hurdle has been addressed, significant obstacles remain, particularly regarding tax compliance.
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/superyachts-and-regulatory-barriers-in-australia-a-taxing-problem/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-403-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AdobeStock_1481885693-scaled.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### First Supplementary Annual GST Return
August 2025 first due date for the Supplementary Annual GST Return (SAGR).
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/supplementary-annual-gst-return/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-776-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Marina-Under-2mb-scaled.jpg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Owning a Superyacht – Employment Taxes
Operating a superyacht in Australia brings with it all sorts of considerations, not least employment taxes – it’s a wide net that catches many fish, but are they all reeled into the boat?
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/operating-a-superyacht-in-australia-brings-with-it-all-sorts-of-considerations/)
.breakdance .bde-div-920-100-382-920-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/article-1.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Sex and the single supply
The importance of establishing who is the ‘supplier’ for the purposes of the GST Act.
Read More .breakdance .bde-div-920-100-395-920-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/article-3.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Debate on the GST and food
ATO drawn into the public debate on the GST and food
Read More .breakdance .bde-div-920-100-393-920-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/article-2.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### The GST margin scheme
Did Fabio revive the ‘practical business tax’ concept?
Read More .breakdance .bde-div-920-100-397-920-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AdobeStock_188167420-scaled.webp);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Owning a Superyacht – Private vs Commercial?
For those buying a luxury asset, there are many issues to navigate before taking delivery of their new pride and joy. Often, for those who wish to make the asset pay its way, the question of tax becomes critical.
Read More .breakdance .bde-div-920-100-399-920-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AdobeStock_219868769-scaled.webp);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Get ready Australia – The time to charter is now!
Australia is renowned for its iconic attractions and safe, secluded waters, it’s also home to some of the best repair and refit businesses, marina facilities and supply chains worldwide. However, the reality of doing business here for a foreign-flagged charter yacht can be more challenging.
Read More .breakdance .bde-div-920-100-401-920-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Yacht-Overhead-under-2mb-scaled.jpg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Superyachts and Regulatory Barriers in Australia – A Taxing Problem
The passing of legislation removing a major barrier to foreign-flagged superyachts chartering in Australian waters has been praised by the domestic industry. While this regulatory hurdle has been addressed, significant obstacles remain, particularly regarding tax compliance.
Read More .breakdance .bde-div-920-100-403-920-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AdobeStock_1481885693-scaled.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### First Supplementary Annual GST Return
August 2025 first due date for the Supplementary Annual GST Return (SAGR).
Read More .breakdance .bde-div-920-100-776-920-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Marina-Under-2mb-scaled.jpg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Owning a Superyacht – Employment Taxes
Operating a superyacht in Australia brings with it all sorts of considerations, not least employment taxes – it’s a wide net that catches many fish, but are they all reeled into the boat?
Read More
[ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-382-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/article-1.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Sex and the single supply
The importance of establishing who is the ‘supplier’ for the purposes of the GST Act.
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/gst-the-temporary-admission-scheme/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-395-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/article-3.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Debate on the GST and food
ATO drawn into the public debate on the GST and food
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/australian-tax-gst-food-classification/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-393-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/article-2.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### The GST margin scheme
Did Fabio revive the ‘practical business tax’ concept?
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/the-gst-margin-scheme/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-397-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AdobeStock_188167420-scaled.webp);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Owning a Superyacht – Private vs Commercial?
For those buying a luxury asset, there are many issues to navigate before taking delivery of their new pride and joy. Often, for those who wish to make the asset pay its way, the question of tax becomes critical.
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/ruling-spotlight-gst-charter-income/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-399-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AdobeStock_219868769-scaled.webp);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Get ready Australia – The time to charter is now!
Australia is renowned for its iconic attractions and safe, secluded waters, it’s also home to some of the best repair and refit businesses, marina facilities and supply chains worldwide. However, the reality of doing business here for a foreign-flagged charter yacht can be more challenging.
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/get-ready-australia-the-time-to-charter-is-now/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-401-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Yacht-Overhead-under-2mb-scaled.jpg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Superyachts and Regulatory Barriers in Australia – A Taxing Problem
The passing of legislation removing a major barrier to foreign-flagged superyachts chartering in Australian waters has been praised by the domestic industry. While this regulatory hurdle has been addressed, significant obstacles remain, particularly regarding tax compliance.
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/superyachts-and-regulatory-barriers-in-australia-a-taxing-problem/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-403-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AdobeStock_1481885693-scaled.jpeg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### First Supplementary Annual GST Return
August 2025 first due date for the Supplementary Annual GST Return (SAGR).
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/supplementary-annual-gst-return/) [ .breakdance .bde-div-379-100-776-379-1{background-color:var(–bde-palette-light-text-410a2f91-5704-4203-a506-104be7683b94-4);background-image:url(https://taxnavigate.com/wpv1/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Marina-Under-2mb-scaled.jpg);background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center top}### Owning a Superyacht – Employment Taxes
Operating a superyacht in Australia brings with it all sorts of considerations, not least employment taxes – it’s a wide net that catches many fish, but are they all reeled into the boat?
Read More ](https://taxnavigate.com/operating-a-superyacht-in-australia-brings-with-it-all-sorts-of-considerations/)
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