Tax Tips for Individuals:

What to Declare, What to Claim

You may be able to claim 70c/hour using the fixed rate method in FY25. Keep records of hours and at least one receipt per expense type.

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Donations of $2+ to DGRs may be deductible. Raffles and fundraising tickets don’t usually qualify.

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Income from tutoring, deliveries or online sales must be declared. You may be able to deduct related expenses.

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You may be able to claim advisor fees, loan interest and tracking tools for income-generating investments.

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If your spouse earns under $40k, you may be eligible for a $540 offset when contributing to their super fund.

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CGT may apply when selling crypto, shares or property. You may qualify for a 50% discount if held over 12 months.

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You may be able to claim expenses if the course relates directly to your current employment (not a new job).

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If you earn over $97k and don’t have private hospital cover, you may pay up to 1.5% in extra tax.

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Private hospital cover can help you avoid the Medicare Levy Surcharge. Extras-only policies don’t qualify.

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