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The SA Tax Forum is the most expansive program on the SA CPD calendar, long established as one of the leading event for SA's tax profession.

Designed by an organising committee made up of industry experts, the program addresses a variety of issues relevant to the profession, and has something for every tax profession at every level.

Presenters include a mix of local and interstate tax expert who will discuss relevant and topical issues, covering the needs of all those working in tax, and update attendees up on the rapidly shifting tax landscape.

Flexible registrations option available!

The Tax Institute can provide your organisation with a variety of options to register for flexible options and group discounts to attend CPD events.

Employer tickets offer a flexible option for firms to send multiple attendees to an event. For more information, contact kirstyferguson@taxinstitute.com.au.

Event Details

Super early bird registration

$ 1,495 (member)

$ 1,495 (new member*)

$ 1,695 (non member)

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When05-March-2026 - 06-March-2026
FormatFace-to-face
CPD Hours13

The program

Technical, practical, relevant

Consider the SA Tax Forum your one-stop shop for tax technical updates, practical learnings and expert insights into the many and varied issues facing practitioners and advisers across SA.

The two-day event format includes plenaries and deep dive workshops. With a format designed to offer flexibility and choice, delegates can attend a mix of plenary and concurrent sessions that are relevant for both SME and corporate tax professionals.

Flexible ticket options are available to ensure you and your team can all attend, by tailoring the content to suit your CPD needs and areas of interest.

Welcome and President address

Speakers: Josh Pascale, Cowell Clarke (Co-Chair, Forum Organising Committee), Tim Sandow, CTA, President, The Tax Institute

Session 1: Session 1: Div7A - Practical insights and latest developments

Speaker: Michael Butler, CTA, Finlayson

Session 2: Superannuation

Speaker: Shirley Schaefer, BDO

Session 3: GST and Income tax implications in property development

Speaker: Speaker will be announce soon...

Workshop 1: Family Trust Elections – Navigating the complexities

Speaker: Linda Tapiolas, CTA, Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers

Session 4: Handling historical tax blunders

Speaker: George Hodson, CTA, Thomson Geer Lawyers

Session 5: Practical AI for accounting and legal practices

Speaker: Adrian Cartland, Cartland Law

Session 6: Tax debts & insolvency – Practical pathways through a legal-ethics lens

Speaker: Sylvia Villios, CTA, University of Adelaide

Session 7: Cross border considerations when selling Australian property

Speaker: Ben Turner, FTI, Atlas Tax and Employment Tax Advisor

Session 8: Comparison of land tax and stamp duty on land conveyances

Speakers: Amy Lancaster, Cowell Clarke, Josh Pascale, Cowell Clarke

Workshop 2: Small business CGT concessions – Restructuring for an exit event

Speaker: Caitlin Ashworth, CTA, CCK Lawyers

Session 9: Tax effective liquidations – Structuring for the best outcome

Speaker: Daniel Lopresti, Clifton Hall

Networking opportunities

Along with multiple opportunities throughout the Forum, day 1 will close with a networking function, giving delegates the opportunity to exchange ideas with peers and presenters over drinks and light refreshment. Included with all full registrations, this is your chance to rub shoulders with the best of the best, reignite old connections, make new ones and discuss the sessions of the day.

Stamford Plaza Adelaide
150 North Terrace Adelaide, 5000 Adelaide

Stamford Plaza Adelaide is a premium 5-star hotel superbly located in the heart of Adelaide's CBD on the city’s key cultural boulevard, North Terrace. Just 10 minutes from Adelaide Airport and a short 20-minute drive to the iconic beachside suburb of Glenelg, the hotel is perfectly positioned for both convenience and experience.

Favourable room rates with a 12% discount off the best available daily rate have been negotiated and secured at Stamford Plaza Adelaide.

Accommodation bookings can be made by contacting the hotels directly and quoting the code “PR10H” when booking.

To book accommodation at Stamford Plaza Adelaide:
Phone: 08 8461 1111
Email: reservations@spa.stamford.com.au

* Please note that as per hotel booking conditions, all accommodation booked is non-refundable. All additional hotel incidentals, including breakfast, remain the responsibility of delegates, and individuals will be responsible for payment of the balance of their account when checking out of the hotel. Please note that extra charges may be incurred for additional guests and will be charged to individual room accounts upon checkout. Rates subject to change based on availability at time of booking.

Stamford Plaza Adelaide is approximately 7 km (around 19 minutes’ drive) from Adelaide Airport. Attendees have access to a variety of travel options, including taxi, rideshare, private vehicle, or public transport.

To find the best route from your location please click here.

Parking
Stamford Plaza Adelaide offers a range of secure parking options available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for hotel guests and visitors. On-site valet and self-parking options are available, subject to availability and height restrictions. Check this for more information.

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The SA Tax Forum is the most expansive program on the SA CPD calendar, long established as one of the leading event for SA's tax profession.

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Education

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The SA Tax Forum is the most expansive program on the SA CPD calendar, long established as one of the leading event for SA's tax profession.

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Day 2 | Technical program - Friday, 6 March 2026

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