Tradies may be able to claim a tax deduction

Phone work related portion

Last years tax return fee

Purchase and laundering costs of compulsory uniforms

Protective items (overalls, hi vis vests, boots, knee pads, goggles, gloves, sun screen, sunglasses)

Itemised purchase costs of tools UP TO $300 (levels, hardware, tool belt, saws, measures, drill bits, clamps, work bags etc.)

Purchase costs of equipment, used for your job, costing MORE than $300. (power tools and machinery, tool boxes.)

Leasing costs of work related tools and equipment

Repair/maintenance costs of work related tools and equipment

Interest on loans taken out to purchase work related equipment

Job related self education expenses

Work manuals and subscriptions

Insurance