Fuel Tax Credits: Are You Getting Your Refund?

Fuel Tax Credits

Many businesses across Caboolture, Moreton Bay, Brisbane, and the Sunshine Coast are missing out on thousands of dollars every year simply because they are not claiming their full Fuel Tax Credits (FTC). If your business uses fuel for machinery, heavy vehicles, generators, equipment, or off-road operations, you may be eligible for significant refunds from the ATO.

The “Fuel Tax Credits – Are You Getting Your Refund?” image shines a spotlight on an important message: don’t leave cash on the table. At Caboolture Bookkeeping, we help businesses maximise their fuel tax entitlements so they receive every dollar they’re owed.

1. What Are Fuel Tax Credits?

Fuel Tax Credits provide businesses with a refund for the fuel tax (excise) included in the price of fuel. The amount you can claim depends on:

• The type of fuel used

• Where and how the fuel is used

• The ATO rate applicable for the period

If your business uses diesel, petrol, or certain fuel blends in eligible machinery or vehicles, you may be entitled to claim.

2. Industries Commonly Missing Out on Claims

Many industries qualify for Fuel Tax Credits but often under-claim or fail to claim at all. Businesses we frequently assist include:

✔ Construction

Excavators, skid steers, generators, compressors, site equipment, and off-road vehicles all qualify.

✔ Property Management

Ride-on mowers, maintenance machinery, and diesel-powered tools used across estates and commercial sites.

✔ Landscaping & Lawnmowing

Chainsaws, blowers, mowers, trimmers, and machinery used in off-road or private property environments.

✔ Trucking & Transport

Heavy vehicles over 4.5 tonnes used on public and private roads, including long-haul transport, delivery fleets, and logistics operators.

If you operate in one of these industries, you could be eligible for substantial refunds.

3. Why Businesses Miss Out on Fuel Tax Credits

Many business owners simply don’t know they qualify. Others struggle with the complexity of:

• Changing ATO rates

• Correct fuel apportioning

• Understanding off-road vs on-road usage

• Capturing accurate fuel records

• BAS coding errors

This often leads to under-claiming, incorrect claiming, or missing out entirely.

At Caboolture Bookkeeping, we ensure your claims are correct, maximised, and compliant.

4. How Caboolture Bookkeeping Helps You Get Your Refund

As experienced bookkeepers and BAS specialists, we take care of the entire process:

• Reviewing fuel purchases and usage

• Calculating eligible litres

• Applying correct ATO rates

• Ensuring accurate BAS reporting

• Correcting past BAS where refunds were missed

• Providing ongoing support for future claims

We ensure your business receives every cent it is entitled to—without extra stress or confusion.

5. Don’t Leave Money Unclaimed

Fuel costs are rising, and every refund helps improve your cash flow. If you’re unsure whether you qualify or think you may have been under-claiming, we can review your records and help you get back the money you’re owed.

📞 Contact Caboolture Bookkeeping

0411 317 666

🌐 www.caboolturebookkeeping.com.au

BAS Agent Number: 2622 2700

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