Transport expenses are deductible when you travel in the course of performing your duties. This includes the cost of driving your car, flying, catching a train, taxi or bus…
ATO to review MP allowances ruling
ATO to review MP allowances ruling ATO to review MP allowances ruling With a number of media reports circulating in relation to travel allowances and work-related expenses, the ATO is urging all taxpayers to understand their obligations and check their claims. Tax Commissioner Chris Jordan said there were no special rules for Members of Parliament: […]
FBT: John Holland Group and travel expenses
travel expenses travel expenses The Ato has issued a Decision Impact Statement basically accepting the Full Federal Court’s unfavorable decision to the ATO, and agreeing to apply it to similar factual situations. Brief Summary Between May 2011 and September 2012, John Holland Group employees worked on the Midwest Project at Geralton, WA. The employer paid […]
Update on taxi travel/ride-sourcing
Update on taxi travel/ride-sourcing Gavin: As we mentioned in the last edition, the ATO has confirmed that people who provide ride-sourcing services are providing ‘taxi travel’ under the GST law.  The existing tax law therefore applies to them and so such drivers are required to register for GST regardless of their turnover. The ATO has […]
