Worried you missed the tax return lodgement deadline?
- Arnold Shields
- Nov 7, 2011
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 11
The original due date for your 2011 tax return was 31 October 2011. If you missed the deadline, you're not alone, but the sooner you act, the better your chances of avoiding or reducing ATO penalties and interest.
ATO Late Lodgement Penalties and Interest
The ATO charges a Failure to Lodge (FTL) penalty based on how late you are:
Days Past Deadline | Penalty Amount | Interest (on tax owing) |
1 – 28 days | $110 | 11.86% p.a. from 31 Oct |
29 – 56 days | $220 | 11.86% p.a. from 31 Oct |
57 – 84 days | $330 | 11.86% p.a. from 31 Oct |
85 – 112 days | $440 | 11.86% p.a. from 31 Oct |
113+ days | $550 | 11.86% p.a. from 31 Oct |
Already Registered With a Tax Agent?
If you registered with a tax agent or accountant before the deadline, you may be eligible for an extension. We can advise you based on your individual circumstances.
Haven’t Lodged at All?
If you're not yet registered with a tax agent, it's essential to act now. The longer you wait, the higher the penalties—and the more likely the ATO will issue a default assessment without the benefit of your deductions.
Do You Owe Tax?
Even if you have a tax debt, you generally won’t need to pay until 21 November—but that date can change depending on when you lodge. The key is to lodge voluntarily before the ATO contacts you.
Lost Your PAYG or Documents?
Don’t stress. If you’ve lost important tax documents like your PAYG payment summary, we can help you recover the data through the ATO portal or your employer.
Let Us Take the Stress Out of Late Lodgement
At Dolman Bateman, we specialise in helping individuals get their overdue tax returns back on track—no judgement, just clear and practical support.
📞 Call us on (02) 9411 5422
Let’s get it sorted today.
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this article is general in nature and does not constitute personal financial, legal or tax advice. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this content at the time of publication, tax laws and regulations may change, and individual circumstances vary. Dolman Bateman accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage incurred as a result of acting on or relying upon any of the information contained herein. You should seek professional advice tailored to your specific situation before making any financial or tax decision.
