Tax Help & Deadlines
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Not sure if you need GST? Behind on BAS? Don’t know what you can claim? Tell us your situation on WhatsApp or fill in our quick form — we’ll give you a straight answer, then you decide if you want our help.
ATO adds $330 in penalties every 28 days. The sooner you lodge, the less you pay.
Amazon Flex, Uber, DoorDash or multiple platforms. We review every deduction and lodge correctly with the ATO.
Not sure about ABN, GST or your obligations? Getting set up correctly from day one prevents costly problems later.
That’s exactly what we’re here for. Tell us what type of work you do and we’ll tell you what applies.
Checking your situation costs nothing. We’ll give you a straight answer — then you decide.
We don’t send you a guide to read. We tell you exactly what applies to your situation.
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Key dates
The new financial year has started. If you are a gig worker, sole trader or small business owner, now is the time to get your records ready, check your income, and stay ahead of ATO deadlines.
You can start preparing your 2025–26 tax return now. For the best result, wait until your income statement is marked Tax ready and your ATO pre-fill information has updated before lodging.
The April–June 2026 BAS was due 28 July 2026. Eligible clients lodging electronically through a registered tax or BAS agent may receive the extended lodgment and payment date of 25 August 2026. Contact us now if your June quarter BAS is still outstanding.
The July–September 2026 BAS is due 28 October 2026. Eligible clients lodging electronically through a registered agent may receive an extended lodgment date.
The usual self-lodgment deadline is 31 October. In 2026, this falls on a Saturday, so the deadline moves to the next business day: Monday 2 November 2026. If you use a registered tax agent on time, you may be eligible for a later lodgment date.
The October–December 2026 BAS is normally due 28 February 2027. Because this falls on a Sunday, the due date moves to the next business day: Monday 1 March 2027.
Prepare early
The January–March 2027 BAS is due 28 April 2027. Eligible clients lodging electronically through a registered agent may receive an extended lodgment date.
Plan ahead
The April–June 2027 BAS is due 28 July 2027. Eligible clients lodging electronically through a registered agent may receive an extended lodgment date.
Stay ready
As a registered tax agent, EMK helps eligible clients lodge on time — with accurate records, clear deadlines and less last-minute stress. Check if you qualify →
Common mistakes
These are the most common errors we see — and why most drivers are better off with professional help than doing it themselves.
Uber drivers who don’t register from trip one face back-dated penalties. Delivery drivers who register too early or too late create compliance problems that are expensive to fix.
There are two methods for claiming vehicle expenses — and choosing the wrong one for your driving pattern can mean significantly less in your pocket. Most drivers don’t know which applies to them.
ATO penalties for overdue BAS grow every 28 days — up to $1,650. Many drivers don’t realise they’ve been accruing penalties for months.
Income from multiple apps needs to be combined correctly for both GST thresholds and your tax return. Getting this wrong in either direction creates ATO issues.
Most drivers who lodge their own return on MyGov miss deductions they’re entitled to or claim incorrectly — and don’t find out until an ATO review.
Records are required for most deductions — and going back to reconstruct them is hard. The right setup from the start makes everything easier. We advise new drivers on exactly what to keep.
Quick wins
These won’t replace professional advice — but they’ll make your accountant’s job easier and your deductions more accurate.
Use a free app like Hubdoc or simply email receipts to yourself. Paper receipts fade — digital copies don’t. Your accountant will need these.
A dedicated account for your gig earnings makes income tracking much simpler, keeps deductions cleaner, and makes BAS time straightforward.
BAS is due every quarter. Set a calendar reminder 2 weeks before each deadline — or lodge through us and we’ll remind you automatically.
These habits help — but whether you’re claiming correctly, at the right amount, using the right method — that depends on your specific situation. We work that out for you →Tax Return Form
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