Getting the main residence exemption right
The ATO has the following tips for taxpayers in relation to the CGT main residence exemption.
ATO Moves to Increase Transparency on ‘Debts on Hold’
From August 2025, the ATO is progressively including ‘debts on hold’ in relevant taxpayer ATO account balances.
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.
Do You Need to Lodge a TPAR by 28 August?
Need to lodge a TPAR? The 28 August deadline is fast approaching – don’t risk penalties. Contact us today for help lodging or advising the ATO if you’re not required to submit.
Beware of tax advice from ‘finfluencers’
Beware of unqualified ‘finfluencers’ offering tax tips online. Always check your advisor is registered with Australia’s TPB to avoid financial risks.
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.
‘Wild’ attempts at tax deductions
The ATO reveals some of the most outrageous disallowed tax deduction claims, including air fryers, swimwear and fashion highlighting focus areas for tax time 2025.
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.
Tribunal Decisions uphold ATO stance on GST and UPEs
The AAT rejected a taxpayer’s late input tax credit claim, while the Full Federal Court upheld a decision that unpaid present entitlements (UPEs) are not considered loans for Division 7A purposes.
2025-26 Federal Budget Summary
The 2025–26 Federal Budget outlines personal tax cuts, student debt relief and housing measures with minimal changes for small businesses and super, many of which remain uncertain pending the outcome of the upcoming federal election.
