Work-Related Expenses
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Clothing & Uniforms
Occupation-specific or compulsory uniforms only
Compulsory Uniform
Buying, replacing, or repairing a uniform your employer requires you to wear.
Example
Your employer requires a branded polo. You buy two for $80 — claim the full $80.
Protective Clothing
Steel-cap boots, hi-vis vests, sun protection gear for outdoor work.
Example
You're a tradie who buys steel-cap boots for $150 — fully claimable.
Laundry of Work Clothes
Washing your eligible work uniforms or protective clothing at home.
Example
Wash your uniform twice a week? Claim $1 per load, no receipts needed up to $150.
Conventional Clothing
Everyday clothes like a suit or black pants — even if your boss says to wear them.
Example
Your office dress code says 'business attire' — sorry, you can't claim your suit.
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Tools & Equipment
Items you use for work — instant write-off or depreciation
Items $300 or Less
Claim the full cost immediately for tools and equipment costing $300 or less.
Example
Bought a $250 calculator for your accounting job? Claim it all this year.
Items Over $300
Spread the cost over the item's effective life (depreciation).
Example
A $1,200 laptop for work — claim ~$400/year over 3 years.
Phone & Internet
The work-related portion of your phone and internet bills.
Example
Use your phone 40% for work? Claim 40% of your $100/month plan = $480/year.
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Union Fees & Subscriptions
Professional memberships related to your work
Union & Association Fees
Fees paid to a union or professional association related to your job.
Example
You pay $500/year to the Australian Nursing Federation — fully claimable.
Work Subscriptions
Magazines, journals, or online subscriptions directly related to your work.
Example
A developer paying $149/year for a coding journal — claimable.
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