Australia-Specific Calculators
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these calculators updated for the current financial year?
Yes, wherever figures are already legislated: the Superannuation Guarantee (12%) and HECS-HELP thresholds ($69,528 minimum repayment threshold) both use official 2026-27 ATO figures. The Medicare Levy calculator uses the latest ATO-confirmed thresholds (2025-26), since Medicare Levy low-income thresholds for a new financial year are typically only legislated partway through the following one.
What's the difference between HECS and HELP?
HECS-HELP is the loan scheme for Commonwealth-supported university places; HELP is the umbrella program that also includes FEE-HELP, VET Student Loans, and others. They all share the same compulsory repayment income thresholds and rates, so this calculator applies to any HELP debt, not just HECS-HELP specifically.
Is the Superannuation Guarantee rate going to increase further?
No further increases are currently legislated. The SG rate reached 12% on 1 July 2025 after the final step of a long-running schedule of annual increases, and stays at 12% for 2026-27.