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Edited version of your written advice

Authorisation Number: 1013035757457

Date of advice: 22 June 2016

Ruling

Subject: Fuel Tax Credits

Question

Are roads (not taking into account any forestry roads) located on the Land considered to be 'public roads' for the purpose of section 41-20 of the Fuel Tax Act 2006?

Answer

No. Roads located on the land are not considered to be 'public roads; for the purpose of section 41-20 of the Fuel Tax Act 2006.

This ruling applies for the following periods:

01 July 2016 to 30 June 2017

The scheme commences on:

01 July 2016

Relevant legislative provisions

Section 41-20 of the Fuel Tax Act 2006.