If you’re an eligible wine producer or alcohol manufacturer, increased financial support announced in the 2025-26 Federal Budget is about to kick in. Review the changes now and get ready to claim.
From 1 July 2026, the maximum amount you can access under the relevant schemes will increase by $50,000, lifting the caps to $400,000 per financial year for the:
- excise remission available to eligible alcohol manufacturers
- Wine Equalisation Tax (WET) producer rebate for eligible wine producers.
What does this mean for you?
The increased caps will apply automatically from 1 July. If you’re already eligible for either scheme, you don’t need to reapply, change how you claim or submit any extra paperwork.
If you’re unsure whether you’re eligible, it’s a good idea to check the eligibility criteria for the relevant scheme to make sure you’re able to benefit from the increased caps.
For more information about the schemes, including eligibility requirements, visit ato.gov.au/alcoholremission and ato.gov.au/WETrebate.
A registered tax professional can help you with meeting your tax obligations.
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