Sky News Business Editor Ross Greenwood says the Australian Taxation Office has announced a change in the way Australians can claim.
“If you claim the actual costs, nothing changes, but do remember to keep all your receipts,” Mr Greenwood said.
“It’s the so-called ‘fixed rate’ that changes, and do note this comes in from July 1 last year and not this year.
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