If you own or manage a business in the ACT you must be aware of and oversee such aspects as the taxes, leases, levies, and other expenses and obligations associated with running a business.
Follow these links for more information on some of the key factors impacting ACT business owners and managers.
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Payroll tax
Payroll tax is based on the amount of wages you pay your employees Australia-wide per month.
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Conveyance duty
Home buyers in the ACT pay conveyance duty when purchasing property.
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Commercial lease duty
For cases in which a lessee pays a premium for a commercial lease, you pay a duty.
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City centre marketing and improvements levy
This levy funds marketing and improvements in Canberra's city centre.
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Police, fire and emergency services levy
This tax helps cover the costs of our ACT community’s fire and emergency services.