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in Australia, when we pay taxes, we get a receipt. The receipt shows what our taxes were spent on
(lemmy.world)
I assume "Other purposes" is govt kickbacks to mining and gas companies 😬
It is a very similar system in Australia. Must employees have their tax taken out when they are paid.
You can then claim deductions on certain things, and also make sure if you have multiple jobs you paid the correct tax.
Most people get some money back every year