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Australian Tax Guide

What you can (and can't) claim on your tax return. Plain language, real examples, ATO-aligned for FY2025-26.

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13categories
33sections
75claimable items
01
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Work-Related Expenses

Claim what you spend to earn your income

Clothing & UniformsTools & EquipmentUnion Fees & Subscriptions
9 items3 sections
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02
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Working From Home

67c per hour โ€” no receipts needed

Fixed Rate MethodActual Cost Method
4 items2 sections
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Vehicle & Travel

85c per km or logbook โ€” pick what works

Cents Per KilometreLogbook MethodTravel Expenses
6 items3 sections
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04
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Self-Education

Upskill for your current job and claim it

Course & Study Expenses
3 items1 sections
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05
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Personal Deductions

Donations, insurance, and tax agent fees

Donations & GiftsInsuranceCost of Managing Tax Affairs
5 items3 sections
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06
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Capital Gains Tax

Selling assets? Know when CGT applies and how to reduce it

CGT Basics50% CGT DiscountCapital LossesMain Residence Exemption
10 items4 sections
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Investment Deductions

Rental properties, shares, and managed funds

Rental PropertyShares & Managed Funds
6 items2 sections
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Sole Trader Deductions

Running your own show? Here's what you can claim

Business Use of HomeBusiness Assets & DepreciationInsurance & Super
6 items3 sections
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Key ATO Thresholds

FY2025-26 numbers you should know

Income Tax ThresholdsMedicare LevySuperannuation
8 items3 sections
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Tax Offsets & Rebates

Offsets that directly reduce the tax you pay

Low-Income OffsetsPrivate Health InsuranceSpouse & Family Offsets
5 items3 sections
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Super Strategies

Smart ways to build wealth through super

First Home Super Saver SchemeSalary Sacrifice into Super
4 items2 sections
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Investment Income

Dividends, franking credits, and how investment income is taxed

Franking CreditsNegative Gearing
5 items2 sections
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Special Tax Situations

Working holiday makers, instant asset write-off, and more

Working Holiday MakersInstant Asset Write-Off
4 items2 sections
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