Do Low-Income Earners Need to Lodge a Tax Return in Australia?

Australian low-income earner lodging tax return – ATO rules and exceptions explained for students, casual workers, and Centrelink recipients.

Many Australians earning under the $18,200 tax-free threshold assume they don’t need to lodge a return — but ATO rules say otherwise. From casual work and Centrelink payments to bank interest and crypto gains, certain income triggers mean you still need to lodge. Here’s when, why, and how to do it — and how a simple check could put money back in your pocket.

Holiday Home Tax Deductions

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Owning a holiday home in Australia? Not all expenses are tax-deductible. In 2025, the ATO is stricter than ever about genuine rental use. Discover what you can claim, when deductions are denied, and how to keep records to stay audit-safe.