Navigating the Tax Return Dead Line in Australia

For most Australians, October 31 is the big date for lodging a tax return. But depending on how you file and who you work with, your personal deadline might differ.

✅ Key Takeaways

• ✅ October 31 is the default cut‑off if you’re self‑lodging via myGov. 

• ✅ Using a registered tax agent can extend your lodgement deadline, as long as you're engaged before October 31. 

• ✅ Companies, trusts, and SMSFs often have different deadlines (e.g. February 28), which may shift further if there were prior late lodgements. 

• ✅ Missing the deadline can trigger penalties (Failure to Lodge, interest charges) and increase audit risk. 

• ✅ Extensions to lodge don’t equal extensions to pay – if you owe tax, interest may still apply. 

• ✅ If you discover an error after lodging, submit an amendment promptly to correct it. 

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