What this determination covers
The Federal Financial Relations (General Purpose Financial Assistance—2026-27 Payment No. 2) Determination 2026 authorises the second general purpose financial assistance payment to state and territory governments for the 2026-27 financial year. The determination was registered on 18 August 2026.
What general purpose financial assistance payments are
General purpose financial assistance payments are funds the Commonwealth distributes to state and territory governments. These payments are not grants or payments made directly to businesses or individuals.
Enabling legislation and administration
The determination is made under the Federal Financial Relations Act 2009 and is administered by the Department of the Treasury.
Impact on small businesses
This determination applies to Commonwealth payments to state and territory governments only. It has no direct impact on small business owners, tradies, or operators.
Further information
The full determination text is available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01070.
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