'Wild' tax deduction attempts

Written By Aspect Accountants

The ATO recently revealed some of the 'wild' work related expense tax claims people have tried to "put past" the ATO, including the following:

  • A mechanic tried to claim an air fryer, microwave, two vacuum cleaners, a TV, gaming console and gaming accessories as work-related.  The claim was denied as these expenses are personal in nature.

  • A truck driver tried to claim swimwear because it was hot when they stopped in transit and they wanted to go for a swim.  The claim was denied as these expenses are personal in nature.

  • A manager in the fashion industry tried to claim well over $10,000 in luxury-branded clothing and accessories to be well presented at work, and to attend events, dinners and functions.  The clothing was all conventional in nature and was not allowed.

This tax time, the ATO will be focused on areas where it sees frequent errors, including work-related expenses, working from home deductions, and in respect to multiple income sources.

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