Victoria Bushfires: Lodgment Support for Our Clients

We understand that during this difficult time, your family, property, and community come first. If you’ve been affected by the recent Victoria bushfires, we want you to know that support is available to help you manage your tax obligations.

ATO Extended Lodgment Deadlines

For small businesses and individual taxpayers in affected areas:

You have until 24 February 2026 to lodge:

• Business Activity Statements (BAS)

• Annual GST returns

• Income tax returns due between 13 January and 24 February

No need to request a deferral—penalties will not apply for lodgments within this period.

Where possible, try to lodge and pay on time. Original payment due dates still apply, and late payments may attract general interest charges (GIC).