Since the majority of information available in Dollar Den is geared for Americans. I'm starting this thread so that the Australian dancers on this board have a place to post their questions.
I'm a legitimate dancer here in Australia. I am declaring my income 100% therefore I have to deal with such fun things as the BAS (Business Activity Statement).... GST as well as income tax. I can give you decent enough information esp. if you are a travelling dancer as to what you can and cannot deduct (including meals)!
In the end, however, you will need to seek out an accoutant who is familiar with tax laws and be able to help you as an independent contractor/self-employed individual in the "Personal and Other Services" Industry.
Even if your question is as simple as how you can apply for an ABN and basically set yourself up as a legitimate dancer... to something more complicated.
Ask me.. if I do not know the answer.. I will sure ask my accountant.
PS If anyone on the Gold Coast or who lives on the Gold Coast (yet works elsewhere) wants a good inexpensive (quality) accountant... I can recommend someone. (No.. not my accountant as she's expensive (yet worth every cent in my books) and only takes on certain clients)



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Here's a tip. Purchase MYOB ! It's 100% tax deductible !


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