The OECD’s economic survey of Australia urges the Albanese government to broaden the GST and consider raising the rate above 10%, using the proceeds to reduce reliance on personal income tax. It also recommends replacing stamp duties with a land tax and boosting social housing funding. The report estimates the reform would add 1.6% to Australia’s GDP over a decade.
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Australian Financial Review · 3 months ago
The article argues that Australia should increase its GST rate and broaden the tax base to reduce reliance on income tax, following the OECD’s latest health check recommendation.
VatCalc · 3 months ago
The OECD has renewed its call for Australia to broaden and potentially raise the GST to improve fiscal sustainability. It recommends expanding the tax base and considering a rate increase above the current 10%, possibly up to 15% if paired with income‑tax cuts, and estimates a 1.6% boost to output over ten years. The recommendation comes ahead of the May federal budget and follows a mid‑year budget update that confirmed persistent deficits.
Stripe · 4 months ago
This guide explains Australia's e-invoicing landscape, including the Peppol network, current compliance requirements, and projected market growth. It highlights that while private businesses are not yet mandated to use e-invoicing, government entities must, with deadlines set for 2026, and outlines funding and efficiency gains. The article also details the standard format and benefits such as faster payments and reduced errors.
EEA Advisory · 4 months ago
The ATO is moving non-compliant small businesses from quarterly to monthly GST reporting from April 2025, while mandating Peppol e-invoice acceptance for businesses already exchanging e-invoices by July 2025.
The Bali Sun · 9 days ago
Indonesia has introduced a VAT cut on domestic flights, exempting economy class tickets for purchases and flights within 60 days of the regulation's enactment. The measure, effective 25 April 2026, caps fare increases at 9‑13% and will make domestic airfares effectively VAT‑free from mid‑June. The policy aims to support the aviation sector amid rising fuel costs.
Antara News · 14 days ago
Indonesia has introduced a regulation covering VAT on base fares and fuel surcharges for economy‑class domestic flights to help reduce airfares amid rising fuel costs. The measure applies for 60 days from 25 April 2026 and includes a fuel surcharge cap of 38% for both jet and propeller aircraft, while limiting fare increases to 9‑13%.
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Key Takeaways
The OECD urged the Albanese government to broaden the GST and consider raising the rate above 10%.
OECD estimates the reform would add 1.6% to Australia’s GDP over a decade.
The OECD suggested replacing state-based property stamp duties with a land tax and increasing public funding for social housing.
Primary source
Read the full article at The GuardianThis summary was published on VATfaqs.com on 22 January 2026. It relates to VAT developments in Australia. The original source is The Guardian.
