Retail Workers · FY2025-26 Edition
Retail Worker Tax Deduction Calculator
Know exactly what counts — and dodge the grooming-allowance trap that catches thousands of retail workers.
What's inside
- ✓Compulsory logo uniform and laundry calculator
- ✓Between-store travel tracking
- ✓Myths tab: the ATO's grooming-allowance example explained
- ✓Union (SDA) fees and first-aid officer courses
- ✓myTax D1–D10 mapping for a 5-minute lodgement
- ✓Current FY2025-26 rates on a sources tab with ATO links — nothing hard-coded
- ✓Tax saving estimate at your marginal rate (estimate only)
- ✓Record-keeping checklist matched to ATO substantiation rules
- ✓Print-ready one-page summary for your accountant
- ✓Medicare levy exemption + deductible super contribution support
- ✓No macros. Protected formulas. Works in Excel & Google Sheets.
Myth check — things you can't claim
- ✗Store-brand clothes aren't claimable
- ✗Makeup isn't deductible even with an allowance
- ✗Plain black shoes are private
The full myths tab inside the workbook covers your occupation's complete list, straight from the ATO occupation guide.
General information only — not tax, legal or financial advice. This workbook applies published ATO rates and rules for FY2025-26 but does not consider your personal circumstances. We are not registered tax agents. Confirm your position at ato.gov.au or with a registered tax agent.