ATO tightens rules on claiming holiday home expenses
The ATO has announced that it will take a different approach to expenses claimed in relation to holiday homes.
ATO focus on small business November 2025
The ATO is zeroing in on common business tax errors across industries like construction, IT and professional services, especially for businesses turning over $1M to $10M. From overclaimed deductions to FBT myths about dual cab utes, the message is clear: get it right before the ATO does.
Common Tax Mistakes Sole Traders Should Avoid
Sole traders, take note — the ATO is cracking down on common tax reporting and expense mistakes. Make sure you’re getting it right.
Getting Rental Property Repairs Right at Tax Time
Taxpayers who have had work done on their rental property should ensure the expense is categorised correctly to avoid errors when completing their tax return.
Offshore Worker denied $30K in Travel Deductions
Claiming travel expenses? Know what qualifies. A recent case saw a $30K claim denied, with only home office costs approved. Don’t risk a disallowed deduction — get expert advice before you lodge.
Taxpayer Wins Case for Home Office and Car Deductions during COVID
A taxpayer successfully claimed home office and car expenses due to COVID-19 work changes, with the ART ruling in their favour. Learn what this means for similar deductions.
Truck driver entitled to claim meal expenses
A recent decision by the Administrative Review Tribunal backed a truck driver’s claim for meal expenses, even though he didn’t have all the usual proof.
How to manage business day-to-day transactions
The ATO has provided following tips for small business owners to make tax life easier — see if you agree.
Increase to rate for working from home running expenses
Prefer claiming actual Working From Home expenses? You still can – just keep detailed records to back up your claim.
Taxpayer claims for various ‘home business’ expenses rejected
Taxpayer’s $40,000 Deduction Claims Rejected by Tribunal Unsubstantiated and Private Expenses Lead to Full Denial of Tax Deductions In a recent decision, the AAT rejected in full a taxpayer’s claims for “several classes or categories of deductions.” For the relevant period of 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022, the taxpayer was (according to his […]
