Information about what to do if you are having difficulty paying your tax.

Tax is collected so the government can provide services for the community, such as welfare, health, defence and education.

Everyone has an obligation to pay tax according to what they earn. While most people try to do the right thing in paying their tax, some find it difficult to stay on track with their tax obligations.

Many people overestimate the size of the problem. Debt is often a temporary problem, caused by unforeseen personal circumstances or a short-term business downturn. Businesses might miss an activity statement payment, then find themselves with a debt that grows with general interest charge (GIC).

Some people may end up with a debt if they haven’t put enough money aside from the interest they receive on their savings or from a capital gain, such as the sale of property.

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