It’s the middle of the year, which means one thing – it’s tax time! As the second half of 2026 gets going, it’s time to get on top of your finances and prepare to lodge your 2025-26 individual tax return. As an international student living in...
Have You Done Your Tax Return? An International Student Guide
If you’re studying in Australia on a student visa and working part-time or casually (perhaps in retail, hospitality or on-campus), you’ll likely need to lodge a tax return. Here’s a clear guide to what you must do, when to do it and how to avoid surprises. 1. Key...
What You Need Know About Your Taxes in 2025
Can you believe we’re already halfway through 2025? We can’t either! As the second half of the year gets going, it’s time to get on top of your finances and prepare to lodge your 2024-25 individual tax return. As an international student living in Australia, you might...
How to do a Tax Return in Australia in 2024
Tax time is nearly here, which means it’s almost time to lodge your 2024 tax return in Australia! We get it: taxes aren’t anybody’s favourite thing. However, they don’t have to be stressful! In this guide, we break down everything you need to...
Tax 101: Your Guide to Tax in Australia
As an international student, if you’re studying in Australia for more than six months, you’ll be regarded as an Australian resident for tax purposes, even if you don’t plan to stay forever. The good part here is that as a student, you’re entitled to a few Australian...
Explainer: Why is an International Student Levy Being Discussed?
As an international student, the news of a possible levy on your student fees in Australia might have reached you since the Universities Accord Interim Report was released earlier this year. While it is currently just a proposal, it’s important to understand...
Independent Contractors and Employees – What’s the Difference and Why Does it Matter?
Sometimes a boss might ask you to get an Australian Business Number (ABN) and call you a contractor rather than an employee. Having an ABN, and paying your own taxes, superannuation and other costs, doesn’t automatically make you a contractor. There are a number of...
Take Your Super Home With You
Do you know that if you leave Australia permanently you can apply to take your super with you? Read our guide to make sure you aren’t missing out.