17 Oct 2026
Tradie Office Jobs From Home: Quotes, Invoicing and Scheduling
Quotes, invoicing and job scheduling are tradie office jobs you can do from home. See what these roles involve and how to land one.
Lodgya blog · Australian tax
Tax and record-keeping guides
Plain-English articles for Australian employees, landlords and sole traders on deductions, records and getting ready for tax time.
17 Oct 2026
Sole Trader Tax Deductions 2026-27: Practical ATO List
A practical list of sole trader tax deductions for 2026-27, covering vehicle, home office, travel and running costs, plus the records the ATO expects.
17 Oct 2026
Sole Trader Tax Obligations 2026–27: A Clear Checklist
A plain-English checklist of sole trader tax obligations in Australia for 2026–27, covering lodgment, PAYG, GST and the records you need to keep.
15 Oct 2026
Working From Home Tax Deductions 2026–27: Fixed Rate vs Actual Costs
Compare the fixed rate and actual cost methods for working from home tax deductions in 2026-27, with a worked example and record keeping tips.
14 Oct 2026
ATO Record Keeping Requirements: What to Keep and How Long
ATO record keeping requirements explained: the five year rule, the records small businesses must keep, and the penalty for missing paperwork.
14 Oct 2026
Record Keeping for Tax Return in 2026–27: What the ATO Expects
What the ATO expects you to keep for your 2026–27 tax return, how long records must be held, and how to store receipts, invoices and contracts.
13 Oct 2026
Rental Property Tax Deductions: Melbourne Landlord Guide 2026–27
A plain-English look at rental property tax deductions for Melbourne landlords in 2026–27, what to record, and what to check with your accountant.
13 Oct 2026
Out of Office Car Expenses 2026-27: Logbooks and Claim Limits
Work out out of office car expenses for 2026-27 using cents per kilometre or the logbook method, plus the records the ATO expects you to keep.
11 Oct 2026
When to Submit Your Tax Return in Australia 2026–27
Work out when to submit your tax return in Australia for 2026–27, including the 31 October deadline, tax agent extensions and BAS dates.
11 Oct 2026
Penalties for Getting Your Tax Return Wrong in Australia 2026–27
What the ATO can charge when a tax return is wrong: shortfall penalties, late lodgment units, interest, and how to fix mistakes early.
11 Oct 2026
Work-Related Expense Deductions in Australia 2026-27
A plain-English look at work related expense deductions in Australia for 2026-27, covering ATO categories, work versus private use and record keeping.
11 Oct 2026
Record Keeping for Tax in Australia: What to Keep and How Long
What records to keep for tax, how the five year rule works and where to store everything, explained for Australian individuals and businesses.
10 Oct 2026
Work Related Car Expenses: Claiming the Right Way in 2026–27
Work related car expenses can be claimed using four ATO methods. Compare cents per kilometre, logbook and more, and keep records that stand up.
10 Oct 2026
Work From Home Jobs Australia: Where They're Advertised and What They Pay
Where work from home jobs in Australia are advertised, what roles pay, and how to keep records so your WFH tax deductions hold up at tax time.
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