If you live and work in a remote area of Australia you may be eligible for our Remote Area Benefits option.
This enables you to salary package certain expenses meaning you’ll pay less tax and have more take-home pay.
What are Remote Area Benefits?
This benefit can be provided by employers to employees who live and work in a remote area of Australia. It provides tax savings as they are eligible for FBT concessions.
How do I salary package Remote Area Benefits?
If your employer offers this benefit, eligible remote area expenses (eg rent) are paid from your pre-tax salary. This leads to:
- Reduced taxable income
- Less tax to be paid
- More in your pocket!
What can be salary packaged?
Rent.
Up to 50% of your total rent in a remote area (not owned or leased by employer).
Home loan interest.
Interest on a loan for the remote area property you live in.
Remote area utilities.
Up to 50% of utilities for remote area housing (not owned or leased by employer).
Remote area housing.
Where housing is provided by the employer.
Remote area property purchase.
Costs associated with purchasing a residential property.
To save on tax by salary packaging one of these items, call us on 1300 132 532 or speak to your Salary Packaging Account Manager.
This material is general information only and does not consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making a decision you should consult your independent legal, taxation and financial advisor for advice relating to your personal circumstances. Conditions, fees and charges may apply.