GST compliance program - four-year extension

The Government will provide $588.8 million to the ATO over 4 years from 1 July 2023 to continue a range of activities that promote GST compliance. This measure is estimated to increase GST receipts by $3.8 billion, and other tax receipts by $3.8 billion, over the 5 years from 2022-23. These activities will ensure businesses meet their tax obligations, including accurately accounting for and remitting GST, and correctly claiming GST refunds. Funding through this extension will also help the ATO develop more sophisticated analytical tools to combat emerging risks to the GST system. This measure is estimated to increase receipts by $7.6 billion and increase payments by $3.8 billion over the 5 years from 2022-23. Arrangements for funding these activities have been agreed by the states and territories in accordance with the GST Administration Performance Agreement.