Tradies · FY2025-26 Edition
Tradie Tax Deduction Calculator
Tools, hi-vis, tickets and bulky-tool travel — with the $300 rule and the 'set trap' handled for you.
What's inside
- ✓Tool inventory that auto-routes each item: instant deduction, low-value pool or depreciation
- ✓The 'set trap': identical items totalling over $300 can't be split — the workbook warns you
- ✓Bulky-tools eligibility helper for home-to-work travel
- ✓Hi-vis, steel caps and laundry calculator
- ✓Ticket renewals (claimable) vs white card (not) — built in
- ✓Current FY2025-26 rates on a sources tab with ATO links — nothing hard-coded
- ✓Tax saving estimate at your marginal rate (estimate only)
- ✓Record-keeping checklist matched to ATO substantiation rules
- ✓Print-ready one-page summary for your accountant
- ✓Medicare levy exemption + deductible super contribution support
- ✓No macros. Protected formulas. Works in Excel & Google Sheets.
Myth check — things you can't claim
- ✗Jeans and drill shirts aren't claimable
- ✗Your driver's licence isn't deductible
- ✗Fines are never deductible
The full myths tab inside the workbook covers your occupation's complete list, straight from the ATO occupation guide.
General information only — not tax, legal or financial advice. This workbook applies published ATO rates and rules for FY2025-26 but does not consider your personal circumstances. We are not registered tax agents. Confirm your position at ato.gov.au or with a registered tax agent.