ATO Fuel Response

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The rising fuel costs have created significant cash flow pressure for us all. 

The Australian Taxation Office has recognised the impact on taxpayer’s cashflow and has introduced measures to support and assist individuals and businesses who are experiencing financial difficulties with tax payments at this time.

These measures are over and above the temporary relief commencing 1 April 2026 that was announced by the Australian Government through the reduction in the fuel excise for three months and changes to the fuel tax credit rates for heavy vehicle road users.

The ATO support for impacted taxpayers will include priority processing of refunds on lodged BAS and Tax Returns, tailored payment plans, varying PAYG Income Tax Instalments, deferred lodgements and remission of interest and penalties. For further details, we have provided a link to the ATO’s guidance below.

Please note: Any concessions to tax payments may still incur the tax office’s General Interest Charge, currently 10.96% (which will no longer be tax deductible from 1 July 2026)

If you are experiencing challenges in meeting your tax obligations, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We can assist by reviewing your options and contacting the ATO for you.