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Tax Tips, Guides & Insights
Helpful articles, simple guides, and expert tips to make your tax return faster, easier, and stress-free.
How to Claim Your Gym Membership on Tax (The 2026 Reality)
Quick Answer: The "Fitness" Truth for 2026 Can you claim your gym membership on your 2025–26 tax return? For 99% of Australians, the answer is No. Even if your boss tells you to stay fit, or you need to be in shape to do your job, the ATO generally views fitness as a "private expense." The Exceptions (The 1%): You can only claim gym fees if your role requires an extraordinary level of fitness for which you are regularly tested. This includes: ADF Special Forces: Commandos, SA
Arthur Sterling - Head of Tax Education
May 56 min read
Side Hustle Tax: How the ATO Tracks Your Online Sales in 2026
In 2026, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) uses a sophisticated web of automated systems to track side hustle income. If you sell goods or services online, the ATO likely already knows your earnings through three primary channels.
Arthur Sterling - Head of Tax Education
May 56 min read
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