Jim Chalmers overrules ATO’s controversial ban on credit card payments following business outcry

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Treasurer earmarks funds for year-long transition period for tax office, delaying ban’s 30 November start date A controversial ban on credit card payments on tax bills will be delayed by more than six months, after the federal government overruled th…

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  • Treasurer earmarks funds for year-long transition period for tax office, delaying ban’s 30 November start date A controversial ban on credit card payments on tax bills will be delayed by more than six months, after the federal government overruled th…
  • Reported by The Guardian and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:45:19 UTC.

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