If you are new to tax, follow the links below to presentations that:
- give you the information you need about tax in Australia
- tell you what you need to do to meet your obligations.
Tax in Australia begins with a welcome by the Commissioner of Taxation, Michael D'Ascenzo. We then introduce the tax system, including:
- why we pay tax
- how we collect it
- our role.
The second topic covers tax file numbers, including how to get one and keep it secure.
We then look at the tax information you need for starting a job.
The last topic explains the tax return and shows you products to help you.
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The information in these presentations was current as at June 2009.
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Tax in Australia - What you need to know is also available on DVD (NAT 73079AUSLAN) You can order this DVD online or by phoning us on 1300 720 092.
To view the video online choose a chapter:
Alternatively, you can read the full transcript.
For more information about the topics we cover in the presentation, refer to:
- Tax file number essentials - information about tax file numbers for individuals including what they are used for and how to obtain one
- How much tax should be taken from your pay? - work out how much tax you employer must withhold from your pay by using the Tax withheld calculator or tax tables.
- Tax return essentials - information for individuals, migrants and overseas visitors about lodging tax returns
- Super - super is money set aside over your lifetime to provide for your retirement. You need to consider super when you are in the workforce.
To ask us about your personal tax, phone us on 13 28 61.
If you are deaf, have a hearing or speech impairment, you can contact us through the National Relay Service:
- TTY users phone 13 36 77 and ask for the ATO number you want
- Speak and Listen service (speech-to-speech relay) call 1300 555 727 and ask for the ATO number you want
- Internet relay users connect to the National Relay Service and ask for the ATO number you want.
If you would like further information about the National Relay Service, phone 1800 555 660 or email helpdesk@relayservice.com.au
Last Modified: Thursday, 11 October 2012