Fuel cost pressures - ATO support now available

Fuel cost pressures – ATO support now available

With fuel prices continuing to impact businesses across Australia, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has introduced a temporary support response to help manage the flow-on effect to cash flow and tax obligations. From 1 April 2026, targeted measures are available for businesses, individuals and not-for-profits experiencing genuine financial pressure due to rising fuel and transport costs.

For many businesses, the impact isn’t just at the pump. It’s showing up in freight, suppliers and overall operating costs. The ATO has recognised this and is taking a more flexible, supportive approach during this period.

What support is available?

Depending on your circumstances, this may include:

Flexible payment plans with extended timeframes and no upfront payment
Remission of interest and penalties in certain situations
The ability to vary PAYG instalments if your income has reduced
A more considered compliance approach while conditions remain challenging

These measures are designed to ease immediate cash flow pressure and help businesses stay on track while costs remain elevated.

Don’t overlook fuel tax credits

With fuel costs front of mind, it’s also a good time to revisit whether you’re correctly claiming fuel tax credits.

Fuel tax credits allow eligible businesses to claim back some of the fuel tax included in the price of fuel used for business activities — particularly for off-road use such as machinery, equipment and generators.

This is especially relevant for businesses in:

Agriculture
Transport and logistics
Construction and earthmoving
Manufacturing and other equipment-heavy industries

The amount you can claim depends on how the fuel is used, and getting this right can make a meaningful difference to your overall fuel cost and cash flow.

Timing matters: The ATO fuel response measures are currently temporary and available until 30 June 2026, so it’s important to act early if your business is affected.

If you’d like help assessing your eligibility or ensuring you’re claiming everything correctly, please reach out to our team.

Call us on 03 5571 0111

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