Michael1984 Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I have been in Australia for 9 months and have been sponsored as a primary school teacher. Do i do a tax return? I have bought trainers etc and some sunnies for school......is it worth claiming for these things? If i dont submit tomorrow, can I submit at a later date? Is there any penalities for not putting it in tomorrow, I would be really grateful for any advice etc...... Thanks so much, Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sammy1 Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Yes you do have to lodge a return. You will be able to claim for a number of things such as depreciation of computers, printers, inks etc. As a teacher you can claim (from memory, so you will need to check) up to around $300 before you need to keep/show receipts. You will not be able to claim for trainers or sunglasses as a school teacher, nice thought though! Unless you have received your pay summary from your employer you will not be able to claim yet anyway. I normally do tax myself online and claim at the end of July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Que Sera Sera Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I think you have until October ? Its from the 1st I believe . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parley Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 You have until the end of October normally to lodge. You can download the e-tax software. I don't think you could claim sunglasses or trainers in your profession. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blossom Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Sunglasses would depend on if you have to work outside. I'm guessing as a teacher you would sometimes. Probably test check with a professional. Trainers, possibly if you are a PE teacher. Otherwise no chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddy Smirks Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Hi Michael, Looks like your sunnies could be a legitimate expense if used for protection purposes (I'm guessing working outside on playground duty for example). https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Income-and-deductions/In-detail/Deductions-for-specific-industries-and-occupations/Teachers-2012-13/?page=8#sunglasses_sunhats_etc Eddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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