How-To

How to Claim the New $1,000 Flat Tax Deduction (Step-by-Step)

• Taxr Team
• Expense management

Here is how to claim the $1,000 flat deduction announced in the Australian Federal Budget on 12 May 2026: confirm you’re eligible, total your actual work-related expenses, decide whether the flat claim or itemising gives you a bigger number, then enter the result on your FY2026-27 tax return — the first year this deduction applies, covering income from 1 July 2026. This guide walks through each of those steps in plain language, with worked examples and answers to the questions that trip people up.