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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

We're committed to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and want to help create a better future.

Last updated 13 January 2026

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The ATO respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respect to them and their cultures, and Elders past, present and future.

At the ATO, we're committed to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and want to help create a better future. You can read about what we're doing in our Reconciliation Action Plan.

We want to improve economic inclusion and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses and not-for-profit organisations. To do this, we have tailored information, guidance and support available.

If you'd like to speak to us, phone the ATO Indigenous helpline on 13 10 30 (8:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday, except public holidays). You can also get free help from our trained volunteers at tax time if your income is around $70,000 or less.

We provide opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to get a job in the ATO or do business with us. Find out more at Careers for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and Supplier diversity.

If you need support managing your tax and super, we have a dedicated Indigenous helpline and free help during tax time.

Learn about paying tax, applying for a TFN, lodging a tax return, receiving income and claiming deductions.

Are you starting or running a business? We want to help you get your tax and super right.

Find out about paying tax, what to do if you have volunteers or receive gifts and paying super for your employees.

Support for Indigenous small businesses to help them meet their tax and superannuation obligations.

Superannuation (or super) is money that is invested in a fund to provide for your retirement.

Explains superannuation (or super) - money you put into a super fund for your employees when they retire.

We support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses by providing real opportunities to do business with us.

Information about tax and superannuation in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages.

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