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Treasurer Delays Controversial ATO Credit Card Ban

Updated 2026-10-09 01:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers has delayed a controversial credit card ban for tax bill payments by up to a year, citing business concerns and earmarking funds for a transition period.

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The Guardian
Treasurer earmarks funds for year-long transition period for tax office, delaying ban’s 30 November start dateA controversial credit card ban for payments on tax bills will be delayed by up to a year after extra funding was announced for the Australian Tax Office.Treasurer Jim Chalm
2026-10-09 00:45 UTC
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