Changes to Medicare Levy from 1 July
The Medicare Levy increased from 1.5% to 2% from 1 July 2014.
This rise contributes to funding the NDIS.
The levy applies to all Australian tax payers apart from those with specific exemptions.
Read more HERE
The Medicare Levy is different to the Medicare Levy Surcharge.
This additional tax applies to income earners above the current threshold of $88,000 who do not hold private health insurance.
Read more HERE
Members should speak to their accounts/payroll section to discuss their personal circumstances.
