ATO taxes, income brackets, GST, superannuation, and Medicare Levy — everything about paying tax in Australia.
| Income (AUD) | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 — $18,200 | 0% (tax-free threshold) |
| $18,201 — $45,000 | 16% |
| $45,001 — $135,000 | 30% |
| $135,001 — $190,000 | 37% |
| $190,001+ | 45% |
+ 2% Medicare Levy on all taxable income. WHV holders: 15% flat on first $45,000.
• Employer pays 11.5% of salary into super fund
• Your retirement savings (can't access
until ~60)
• Choose your fund or get default
• Major funds: AustralianSuper, Sunsuper,
REST
• WHV holders can claim super back when leaving
• TFN: Tax File Number (like SSN) — apply free from ATO
•
Financial year: July 1 - June 30
• Due date: October 31
(self) or tax agent gets extension
• MyGov/MyTax: Free online
filing
• Tax agents: H&R Block, TaxFox popular
• GST: 10% on most goods/services
• No state income tax
(unlike USA/Canada)
• Stamp duty: Property purchase tax
(state-based)
• CGT: 50% discount on assets held 12+ months
•
HECS-HELP: Student loans repaid through tax