- The Productivity Commission released an issues paper for consultation on the operation of the 2018 GST reforms.
- The 2018 reforms changed GST revenue distribution to stabilize state funding, introduced a new equalization benchmark, a minimum relativity, and a perpetual Commonwealth top-up.
- States are guaranteed “no worse off” payments during a six-year transition period (2021-22 to 2026-27).
- The consultation seeks feedback on the effectiveness, sustainability, and possible alternatives to the current GST arrangements, as well as their interaction with other Commonwealth payments.
- Consultation closes February 27, 2026; interim report due August 28, 2026; final report due December 31, 2026.
Source: kpmg.com
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