
Proof of transaction and itemised bills |
Proof of transaction
Businesses must supply you with proof of transaction (a receipt) for goods or services valued at $75 or more. Examples include a GST tax invoice, a cash register receipt or a receipt number provided for a telephone or internet transaction.
The proof of transaction must list the:
- name of the business supplying the goods or services
- business´ ABN, or ACN if they don´t have an ABN
- date of the supply
- goods or services supplied
- price of the goods or services.
If the goods or services are worth less than $75, you can request that the business give you proof of transaction within seven days.
Itemised bills
Itemised bills apply to services only. Within 30 days of receiving a service or bill, you can request that the business provide you with an itemised bill that shows:
- how the price was calculated
- the number of hours of labour and the rate
- a list of materials used and the amount charged for them.
The business must provide you with the itemised bill, without charge, within seven days of the request. It must be expressed in plain language, be legible and clear.
Last reviewed 29/11/2011 |

