Top Missed Tax Deductions in Maitland
Especially relevant for tradespeople, educators, health workers & small business owners
Stop leaving money on the table
Each year, many Maitland locals miss out on valuable tax deductions — often just from not knowing what they can claim. Whether you’re a tradie, teacher, nurse, or small business owner, there’s a good chance you’re entitled to more than you think.
At Bottrell Accounting, we help clients across Maitland and the Hunter Valley make sure nothing gets overlooked at tax time.
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Commonly missed deductions (by profession)
Tradespeople
– Tools & equipment under $300 (immediate deduction)
– Work-related vehicle use (logbooks are key)
– Protective clothing (steel-caps, high-vis gear, gloves)
– Union fees & industry memberships
– Mobile phone use (for quoting, calls, job apps)
Teachers & Educators
– Stationery, books, teaching aids
– Working from home expenses (for planning or marking)
– Self-education costs (courses, seminars)
– Subscriptions to educational journals
– Travel between campuses or for excursions
Health & Aged Care Workers
– Uniforms & laundry
– Overtime meal allowances
– Conferences, CPD & training courses
– Travel between sites or clients
– Registration and indemnity insurance
Small Business Owners
– Business-related software subscriptions
– Home office setup (phone, internet, electricity %)
– Bank fees & accounting services
– Motor vehicle expenses (including depreciation)
– Marketing, website & SEO spend
Are you missing out?
We see it every day — clients come in thinking they owe the ATO, and walk away with a refund because we dug a little deeper.
With offices in East Maitland and Newcastle, our team knows the local industries and what deductions apply — especially in trades, education, health, NDIS, and small business.
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Bottrell Accountants, Tax Agents & Financial Planners – Maitland:
- Office: 93 Lawes St, East Maitland, NSW, 2323
- Phone: 0249336888
- Email: maitland@bottrellaccounting.com.a
- Hours: Monday–Friday 7:30am–5:30pm | Saturday 9am–2pm
Book a one-on-one with our friendly team and get it sorted properly, the first time.
- Personalised tax advice (not generic checklists)
- Professionally prepared & lodged tax returns
- Guidance to maximise your deductions going forward
- ATO-compliant records & reporting
Don’t let the ATO keep your money
Missing deductions adds up year after year. Let us help you claim what you’re entitled to — and give you peace of mind come tax time.
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