Occupation-specific guides

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There have been a lot of discussions regarding work related deductions in the present. The ATO has published a guide as follows.

When completing your tax return, you’re entitled to claim deductions for some expenses, most of which are directly related to earning your income.

To claim a work-related deduction:

  • you must have spent the money yourself and weren’t reimbursed
  • it must be directly related to earning your income
  • you must have a record to prove it.

Occupation-specific guides are clearly explained for your understanding on what you can and can’t claim as work-related expenses.

The information is categorized under different deduction labels, including:

  • car expenses
  • home office expenses
  • clothing expenses
  • self-education or professional development expenses.

The guides are available for the following occupations:

  • construction worker
  • retail worker
  • office worker
  • Australian Defence Force
  • sales and marketing
  • nurse, midwife or carer
  • police officer
  • public servant
  • teacher
  • truck driver

Reference: https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Income-and-deductions/Deductions-you-can-claim/Other-deductions/Deductions-for-specific-industries-and-occupations/

Please call us on (02) 9954 3843 to get advice on occupation specific deductions to maximize your refund.