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Deductions for education expenses against Youth Allowance

The ongoing battle over educations expense deductions claimed by Youth Allowance recipients continues. The High Court heard the commissioner’s appeal against the decision of the Full Federal Court in FCT v Anstis (2009) 73 ATR 483 ON Thursday 29 Juy. … Continue reading

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$527 million in unclaimed Education Tax Refund

Figures from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) have revealed that only half of all eligible Australian families have lodged a claim, leaving more than $500 million in unclaimed benefits. The Government is encouraging Australian families to keep their receipts from … Continue reading

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ATO to appeal education expense deduction decision

On 1 April 2009, the Federal Court handed down its decision in Symone Anstis v. Federal Commissioner of Taxation.Ryan J. held that Ms Anstis, who received a youth allowance as auniversity student, was entitled to a tax deduction for her educationexpenses. The … Continue reading

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