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    Designated group employer (DGE)

    Issued date
    27 May 2026

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    The designated group employer (DGE) is a member of a group of employers, nominated by the other group members (or the Commissioner of State Revenue) to claim any payroll tax deductions applicable for the group. For Queensland payroll tax, the DGE must employ in Queensland.

    See also the definitions for group member and non-grouped employer.