In 2026, the ATO provides two main ways to claim the cost of using your own car for work. The "best" method depends on how much you drive and what records you’ve kept.
If you work in nursing, midwifery, or direct healthcare, your 2026 tax return is likely more valuable than the average Australian's. Because of your professional requirements, you have access to a specific set of deductions. Here is your "Essential 5" for the 2025–26 financial year.
