Income Tax Return Perth

Taxation Services for Individuals

Every year individuals in Perth must lodge an income tax return with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Whether your return is simple or complex, using a registered tax agent can help ensure accuracy, maximise deductions, and avoid penalties.

Byford Accountants provides taxation services for individuals across Perth and Western Australia, including the 2026 financial year tax return, late lodgements, and amended returns.

According to the Australian Taxation Office, using a registered tax agent may allow extended lodgement deadlines compared to self-lodgement.

Our team assists employees, FIFO workers, contractors, retirees, and property investors with professional income tax return preparation.

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Our individual taxation services include:

  • Income tax returns for employees and contractors
  • FIFO, tradies, teachers and healthcare worker deductions
  • Rental property and investment income tax returns
  • Capital gains tax reporting
  • Late and overdue tax returns
  • Amended tax returns
  • Deceased estate tax returns
  • Tax returns for pensioners and retirees
  • Work-related expense claims
  • ATO correspondence and reviews

All tax returns are prepared by a registered tax agent in accordance with current ATO rules for the 2026 tax year.

What you need for your income tax return

To complete your tax return correctly, the ATO requires supporting documents. These may include:
  • PAYG summaries or income statements
  • Bank interest statements
  • Rental property income and expenses
  • Work-related expenses
  • Private health insurance statements
  • Investment and dividend records
  • Capital gains information

Download our tax checklists to make sure nothing is missed before your appointment.

How our Perth tax return service works

  1. Gather your documents using our checklist
  2. Book an appointment, phone consultation, or email lodgement
  3. We prepare your return using current ATO rules
  4. Your tax return is lodged electronically with the ATO

Most refunds are issued by the ATO within 2–3 weeks after lodgement, depending on review requirements.

Using a registered tax agent may allow later lodgement deadlines than self-lodging.

Frequently asked questions about income tax returns in Perth

When is the tax return due in Australia?
For most individuals the deadline is 31 October, but registered tax agents may have extended lodgement dates.
How much does a tax return cost in Perth?
Fees depend on the complexity of the return, including rental properties, investments, or capital gains.
Can you lodge late tax returns?
Yes. We can prepare overdue tax returns for previous years and deal with ATO notices.
What deductions can I claim?
Common deductions include work expenses, tools, uniforms, travel, and home office costs, subject to ATO rules.
Do I need a tax agent?
You can lodge yourself, but a registered tax agent can help maximise deductions and reduce errors.

Byford Accountants provides income tax return services for individuals in Perth, Byford, Armadale, Rockingham, Mandurah, and surrounding areas of Western Australia. Appointments are available in person, by phone, or online.

We stay up to date with current tax legislation, deduction rules, and reporting requirements for the 2026 financial year.

2026 Tax Return Updates

For the 2026 tax year, individuals must report all income including employment, investments, rental properties, and capital gains. Changes to tax rates, thresholds, and deduction rules may affect your refund, so it is important your return is prepared using the latest ATO guidelines. We prepare current year and prior year tax returns.

You may also find these pages helpful:

These resources explain common deductions, tax changes, and lodgement requirements.

Byford Accountants is a registered accounting practice providing taxation services, bookkeeping, and business advice to individuals and businesses Serving clients in Perth, Byford, Armadale, Rockingham, Mandurah and surrounding areas of Western Australia.
Services include income tax returns, BAS, capital gains tax reporting, and ATO lodgements.

Book your income tax return in Perth

If you need help with your income tax return in Perth, contact our Perth tax accountants today.

We provide reliable taxation services for individuals, investors, and small business clients.

Appointments available in person, phone, or online lodgement.