Oh, the sweet smell of fuel and tax deductions—Australian tax law allows you to claim fuel expenses if you're using your vehicle for work purposes, but not for your leisurely road trips to the beach. You need to keep detailed records, like a diary or logbook, to prove the business use percentage of your vehicle. The claimable amount corresponds to the business use proportion of fuel costs.
Beware: personal use, like grocery runs or school drop-offs, is off-limits. Also, the rules get trickier if you're reimbursed by your employer or using a company car. Consult the official ATO guidelines or chat with a tax pro to avoid costly mistakes.
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