Tax guides & insights

Missed the 31 October 2026 tax return deadline? Late lodgement penalties, interest, when to pay, tax agent due dates, and what to do now.

Negative gearing and the 50% CGT discount change from 1 July 2027: what's now law, who's grandfathered, and what it means when you sell a property.

Is your work Christmas party tax deductible? FBT rules for staff parties, gifts and bonuses: the $300 limit, partners, clients, taxis and super on bonuses.

Individuals request an ATO certificate of residency on NAT 75441 (entities use NAT 75442). How it differs from a tax relief form, and why Greece is different.

How to complete and lodge your 2025–26 tax return: key dates, what to gather, lodging through myTax or a tax agent, and the deductions people often miss.

From 1 July 2026, super must reach your employee's fund within 7 business days of each payday. Deadlines, penalties and a payroll checklist for employers.

Practical EOFY tax strategies for Australians: super contributions, prepaying deductions, tax-loss harvesting and DGR donations to cut taxable income before 30 June 2026.

The $1,000 standard deduction is law from 2026–27. How the ATO applies it, what reduces it dollar for dollar, and what you still claim on top.

What can tradies claim on tax in 2026? Tools and the $300 rule, protective gear, ute and travel, licences and more - a clear ATO-based Australian guide.

What Uber, DiDi and delivery drivers can claim. GST from the first fare for rideshare, the $75k rule for delivery, and logbook vs cents per km.

The WFH rate for 2026 is 70c an hour for 2025–26, with no new rate for 2026–27 yet. A worked $806 claim, a records checklist and how the $1,000 rule works.

Learn the ATO-approved process for writing off bad debts in Australia. Our guide covers eligibility, evidence, GST adjustments, and BAS impacts for businesses.