Tax implications after retiring and going back to work

 Author: DamienATO(Community Support)Community Support

19 Aug 2025

Hi @Jacsta001,

Tax obligation wise, it's more or less like before you retired. It’s the same process as any other employee. Where things might be different, depends on if you are receiving the aged pension or drawing down on your super.

If it’s the aged pension, it'd be better to speak with Services Australia as they administer that pension. If you're drawing down on your super, it would be better to speak with your fund about returning to work.

In either case, returning to work (in addition to your current income), may put your income above the tax-free threshold. You'll likely need to provide a withholding declaration to your income sources, to start withholding tax for you. Otherwise, you might end up with a bill at tax time.

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