The ATO has extended its takeaway beer repackaging concession to continue to support businesses in the alcohol industry affected by COVID-19.
Australian Tax Office
Repackaging rules changed for cocktails but not beer
Takeaway cocktails will be allowed permanently under new ATO rules, but the repackaging of beer at venues will still require a manufacturers licence after 31st October.
ATO figures reveal brewers’ tax contributions
The ATO’s release of tax transparency figures revealed that CUB’s parent company did not pay any corporate tax for the fifth year running, but it’s a bit more complicated than that, according to experts.
Microbreweries excise refund scheme extended
From 1 July 2012, eligible breweries are able to receive an excise refund of 60 per cent of excise paid, up to a maximum amount of $30,000 per financial year.