Taxable payments reporting system nudge email
Feedback was sought on a proposed nudge email relating to omitted Taxable payments reporting system income, planned for issue in late September 2026. To minimise impacts on agents, members advised they would like a complete list of all clients impacted or alternatively have the nudge email sent directly to clients with a copy to their agent. They also would like the opportunity to advise the ATO that potential discrepancies have been reviewed.
Excess non-concessional superannuation contributions letter
As a result of client feedback, the ATO is currently reviewing our excess non-concessional superannuation contributions correspondence. Proposed improvements included:
- moving the most critical messaging to the first page
- greater encouragement for recipients to make an active election.
Members acknowledged the challenges with this letter across all audiences. The proposed changes to the letter structure were broadly supported and improved the flow of information. It was agreed that an explanation of what happens where no election is made is required.
Standard deduction for work-related expenses web content
From the 2026–27 income year, eligible taxpayers will receive a standard deduction of up to $1,000 for work-related expenses. This amount will be automatically applied to tax returns removing the need to keep records or claim individual work-related expenses wheen total expenses are at or below $1,000.
Members provided feedback on recently published website content on this measure, suggestions included:
- simplifying some of the language
- making the examples less mechanical
- providing greater clarity on record keeping requirements, especially where work related expenses are less than or close to $1,000.
Other business
The final version of the Fast Key Code (FKC) guide was shared with members following discussions at the May 2026 meeting. Overall member feedback is that the new FKC guide is easy to use.