16/05/2026
🇦🇺 Federal Budget 2025–26: What Australians Need to Know
The 2025–26 Federal Budget focuses on:
✅ Cost-of-living relief
✅ Small business support
✅ Tax cuts
✅ Economic stability
Here are some of the key announced measures:
💰 Personal Tax Cuts
From 1 July 2026:
* The 16% tax rate for income between $18,201–$45,000 will reduce to 15%
* Then reduce again to 14% from 1 July 2027
⚡ Energy Relief for Small Business
Eligible small businesses may receive:
* $150 energy rebate support
* Paid quarterly through electricity bills
🌐 NBN Investment
Additional funding announced to improve internet connectivity and digital infrastructure across Australia.
👷 Employment & Workplace Changes
* Proposed restrictions on non-compete clauses for certain workers from 2027
* Continued support for small business wellbeing and financial assistance programs
📈 Economic Outlook
Treasury forecasts:
* Moderate economic growth over coming years
* Inflation easing gradually
* Wage growth remaining positive
* Unemployment expected to remain relatively stable
🏢 Small Business Support
Additional support measures include:
* Faster government payment initiatives
* Disaster recovery assistance
* Small business mental health programs
* Energy efficiency grants
⚠️ Important Note:
Some measures announced in the Budget still require legislation and may change before becoming law.
If you’d like to understand how these changes may affect:
* your tax,
* investment property,
* business structure,
* or future planning,
feel free to contact us.
