The government has before Parliament proposed legislation for an additional low and middle income tax offset starting for the 2018/19 tax year.

The tax offset of $1080 (single) and $2160 for “dual” income families is income tested – full tax offset for income over $48000 and under $90000. The tax offset reduces for income over $90000 and cuts out at $126000.

There is also a shade in calculation for income earners between $37001 and $47999.