The private health rebate is a percentage of the total premium amount which can be applied as a reduction to your health insurance premiums or it can be applied as a refundable tax offset come tax time. What impacts my private health rebate? Your rebate is calculated based on your living status, age and income […]
The Etax Blog: Tax Tips
5 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund This Year
This year, before you race off to the shops to spend your tax refund, consider how your tax refund could have the biggest impact on your life and your finances. At Etax we hear from lots of Australians (and tax accountants) about the ways they plan to spend their tax refund. Let’s look at some […]
Why Is My Tax Refund So Low?
And How Do I Avoid It Happening Again?
Approximately eight out of every ten Australians who lodge a tax return receive a tax refund. But for some of us, the refund that we get isn’t quite as big as we expect.
$1,700 in Unpaid Super Every Year – Here’s What You Can Do About It
Would it bother you if your weekly or fortnightly pay was consistently 12% short? Once you noticed, would you do something about it? If you’re like most Australians, the answer would be a resounding “Yes!”. Here’s the scary part: this is exactly what’s happening to as many as one in three Australians. So, what’s the […]
How does your superannuation work?
Your superannuation questions answered. Just thinking the word ‘superannuation’ can make your brain spin. There are a lot of rules and limits to keep in mind. So, to answer some of your top superannuation questions, we take a quick look at how your super works. “Are my super contributions tax-deductible?” To learn more about super […]
How to defer a HELP debt during financial hardship
If you have a HELP debt and are experiencing financial hardship, you may be eligible to ask the ATO to defer your HELP debt for a temporary period. If the ATO accepts your request, it means that they will put a temporary hold on your repayments. What is a HELP debt? Commonly referred to as […]
What do I need to know about Superannuation rules?
Your employer sets aside a portion of your income as superannuation, for you to access when you retire. Strict superannuation rules and mandatory fund contributions have put Australians’ retirement savings ahead of people in many other countries that have no required retirement contributions. Superannuation is fairly straightforward for most of us who earn a wage […]
Superannuation Co-Contribution: Get More Money for Your Super
Ever wonder how you can better prepare yourself for retirement? Low or middle-income earners can give your super a nice boost – with very little sacrifice! Read on to find out how you can take advantage of the Federal Government’s superannuation co-contribution scheme. What is it the government super co-contribution scheme? The super co-contribution scheme is […]
What are the maximum super contribution and tax rates?
When you know the super contribution limits and rates – and the different ways to add money to your super – you can boost your annual tax refund and save painlessly for your retirement. A healthy superannuation fund is an important part of planning for your retirement. Putting extra money into your superannuation is a great investment in your future. […]
How to Pay Off Credit Card Debt Fast: 6 Strategies that work in 2026
Key Takeaways: 6 Proven Strategies to Eliminate Credit Card Debt The top 3 questions asked about credit card debt in forums across Australia: Do these sound familiar? If you have credit card debt, you probably need to know the answer to these questions yourself. So, let’s answer them by looking at 6 proven strategies for […]
Do you receive the Government Aged Pension in Australia?
You may still need to lodge a tax return. Many Australians on the aged pension are unsure about their taxes and what their obligations are once they are no longer working? Common questions from pensioners include… In this post we’ll discuss the different circumstances where you may (or may not) need to lodge a tax […]
Work related car expenses: how to claim cents per km or the logbook method
The ATO has rules for how to calculate car deductions. Find out how new car deduction rules may affect you (and your tax refund).
How to boost your refund (and get your best tax return yet)
Many Australians lose hundreds of dollars each year – simply because they forget about work-related deductions and the receipts they can claim. Do you compare your tax refund to your friends and family and wonder, “How can I get a better refund”? There are many ways Australians can improve their tax refund. Every year, Australians […]
The 5 most common Australian tax return mistakes (and how to avoid them)
These common tax return mistakes are easily detected by the ATO The five most common tax return mistakes Australians make are incorrect income reporting, inflated deductions, undeclared overseas income, rental property over-claims, and deductions without receipts. The ATO works hard to find mistakes on your tax return, and with more funding and staff each year, […]
DoorDash tax in Australia: A complete guide for DoorDash Dashers
DoorDash connects Australians with local restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores — with delivery handled by independent contractors known as ‘Dashers’. This guide covers everything you need to know about tax as a DoorDash Dasher in Australia. 1. Do Dashers need an ABN? Yes. As a DoorDash Dasher, you must have an ABN, as DoorDash pays […]
