Taxes & Super

At Dragon, we are constantly asked questions by our construction workers about superannuation. We also hear horror stories about some less reputable employers out there! (But we can talk about that another time!) Quick Superannuation Overview Before we get into the questions and answers – lets go over the basics of Super. Superannuation – often…

We often get asked by workers and potential employers whether a casual worker is able to work on an Australian Business Number (ABN). It is against the law for an employer to incorrectly treat their employees as contractors.  This is what the government says about ABN entitlement: You’re not entitled to an ABN for work…

Of course you do. All Australian tax residents are required to pay tax on their earnings.  With an ABN, you are a business and so you will need to lodge an annual income tax return. This applies even if your annual income is expected to be below the Tax Free Threshold (TFA) of $18,200 (2021).…

We all want to minimize our tax payments. Here, we look at 5 tax expenses you might be able to claim if you work in construction. (Remember, taxation is a complex topic, and we always recommend you talk to the tax office or your tax agent.) Generally, the key is that any claimed expenses need…