Uber Loses High Court Appeal Over Millions in Payroll Tax
Published 14h ago · Latest report 11h ago · Court ruling
Affects Australia · Covered in 2 countries
Australia's High Court ruled Uber owes $81 million in state payroll tax.
Australia's highest court ruled that rideshare giant Uber owes $81 million in unpaid payroll tax to New South Wales. The company argued unsuccessfully that its drivers were independent contractors rather than employees receiving wages. The decision sets a major precedent for the broader gig economy.
- The rulingAustralia's High Court dismissed Uber's challenge against the state revenue office.
- The argumentUber maintained that money paid to drivers did not constitute wages under state law.
Why it matters
Governments worldwide grapple with how to tax platform-based companies and whether gig workers should be classified as employees. This landmark ruling could reshape financial obligations for rideshare and delivery platforms across Australia.
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The High Court of Australia ruled that Uber is liable for $81 million in payroll tax to New South Wales.
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- The GuardianUber pays its drivers ‘wages’ and is liable for $81m payroll tax bill, Australia’s high court rules11h ago · open ↗
- ABC News (Australia)'Time is up for gig behemoths': Uber to pay $81m in payroll tax14h ago · open ↗
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