Those who go with the hybrid workflow, from small business owners to employees, know the importance of reliable tools to seamlessly get the job done. Whether you’re upgrading your devices or adding a new tool to the kit, tax time is the perfect opportunity to stock up on your hybrid working essentials. Prepare for the coming financial year and boost your way of working with the right tools for the job that you might also be able to claim on your tax return.
Need to Know: Claiming Work Essentials at Tax Time
If you use any tools and equipment for work, you may be able to claim them as a tax deduction. If you’re using the items for both work and private use, you can only claim the work-related portion. Hold onto your receipts and keep records of when you use these items.
Not sure where you stand? Talk to a registered tax agent or contact the Australian Taxation Office before lodging your return.
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Travel Tech Tools for Working On The Go
Make every space feel like your office with this tech travel pack: it offers a foldable keyboard, mouse, mouse pad and travel bag. Whether you’re answering emails in transit or diving into spreadsheets at a cafe, there are no cables to get caught up in. And when you're clocking off for the day, pack all your tech tools into its hardcase carry bag so they stay safe while you're on the move.
The sleek all-in-one desk kit* is the perfect portable work station, so you can make any surface, anywhere, your personal office. It offers a small keyboard, trackpad and a laptop riser, which also doubles as a case with room for extra charging cables. The keyboard has up to five months of battery life, so you can charge the keyboard at EOFY and not think about it again until Christmas! Plus, with its wireless Bluetooth connectivity, you’ll never feel tied down. The handy Easy-Switch feature allows you to connect up to three devices, which you can alternate between with the click of a button.
You’ve got all the tools you need to get the job done anywhere you go: now you need a device that will help you lock into your workflow. These Samsung Galaxy Buds give you more control over how you connect with your coworkers and focus on your tasks. Need to tune out distractions? Engage its active noise cancellation mode so you can focus on the task at hand. Need to be reactive to your environment? Its ambient mode adapts to what’s going on around you. You can even adjust audio elements like bass and treble to your preference with its nine-band equaliser via your smartphone. They also let you answer calls or notifications with a simple voice command, so you can multitask to your heart’s content.
What to Try
- Otto On The Go Mouse and Keyboard Travel Pack Green
- Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk Classic Chic
- Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro White
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Top Travel Tech Accessories
Organisation is key when you’re working on the go: you never want to do the patented panic pat down when you think you’ve misplaced an essential. That’s why this tech organiser is a must-have for when you hit the road for work. Its soft rubber-like case makes it easy to pack and offers protection from dust or accidental spillages. Inside you’ll find plenty of pockets, straps and loops to stow away and secure your essential tech, including memory cards, USB drives, cables and more.
From charging devices to connecting tech, this retractable USB-C cable is an ultra helpful tool for when you’re working on the go. Its compact case makes it perfect for any traveller and makes negotiating tangled wires and knots a thing of the past. When fully extended, the cable reaches to 92cm, making it easy to charge your device in almost any space. It also supports data transfer speeds up to 480 megabits per second (Mbps) so you can work quickly and efficiently.
What to Try
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Work On The Go With Useful Travel Stationery
Don’t let its small size fool you: this compact diary gives you plenty of space to plan out the weeks ahead of you. Its soft cover makes it easy to pack and travel with and its colourful print will brighten up your day wherever you go.
Whether it’s important meeting notes or a big brainwave, put pen to paper with the handy note-taking compendium. The case is designed to securely store everything you need and its tan colourway gives it a stylish finish. Inside you’ll find four useful pockets to hold business cards and important documents, alongside a pen loop and notepad. Its A5 size gives you plenty of space to write your notes and store your documents while making it compact enough to take with you on your travels.
Pair your stylish notebooks with a set of pens to keep note of your to-do list and schedule updates. Meetings cancelled or deadlines constantly shifting? Put down the correction tape – these pens are erasable! This four pack of black-ink pens come in calming pastel coloured barrels and write with a precise 0.5mm ball point.
What to Try
- Otto Small Week to View FY26/27 Diary Whimsy Cream
- Otto A5 Zipper Compendium Tan
- PILOT FriXion Clicker Ltd Ed Erasable Gel 0.5mm Black Ink 4Pk
This is general information only and does not constitute taxation or legal advice. Other requirements under the tax law apply. Seek professional financial and/or legal advice to determine the right outcomes for your business or individual needs.
*Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk Classic Chic: All devices are USB-C rechargeable, with Casa Keys offering up to 5 months of battery life and Casa Touch providing up to 3 weeks battery life. Battery life may vary based on user and computing conditions.
