● For podcasters

Tax returns for
podcasters.

A podcaster tax return in Australia means declaring every income stream and claiming every cost. Ad reads, sponsorships, memberships and listener support are spread thin, so we pull it together and claim your studio, gear and software. CreatorTax is operated by Dolman Bateman, a registered tax agent in Sydney.

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Deductions

What podcasters can actually claim.

Your studio is a deduction. Here’s what a podcaster can claim.

Microphones & interfacesMics, interfaces, mixers and preamps.
Headphones & monitorsStudio headphones and monitoring gear.
Acoustic treatmentPanels, booths and soundproofing.
Editing & hostingEditing software and podcast hosting fees.
Home studio spaceA work-use portion of rent and running costs.
Phone & internetThe business-use share of your connection.
Cover art & designArtwork, branding and episode graphics.
Guest & travel costsTravel to record, interviews and live shows.
Subscriptions & toolsScheduling, transcription and analytics tools.
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How it works

How podcast income is taxed.

Ad reads & sponsorships

Sponsor and ad-read income is assessable, cash and any gifted product included.

Memberships & support

Patreon, memberships and listener donations are all income, often paid in USD. If you also create video, see our YouTube creator tax guide.

Live shows & merch

Ticket and merch revenue counts too, we handle the cost of sales.

GST once you scale

Pass $75k turnover and you need to register for GST. We handle the BAS for you.

4 days
average turnaround

We handle the conversion, find every deduction, and a Chartered Accountant lodges your return with the ATO, start to finish in an average of four business days. No face-to-face, no judgement.

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“Finally, an accountant who gets it. They were fast, responsive, and knew exactly how to make my deductions work.”
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FAQ

Podcaster tax questions, answered.

What can podcasters claim on tax in Australia?

Podcasters can claim microphones, audio interfaces, headphones, soundproofing materials, editing software, hosting platform fees, home office expenses, internet, travel for interviews, and accountant fees.

Is Patreon income taxable in Australia?

Yes. Patreon income is taxable in Australia and must be declared in your tax return. This includes all recurring payments from supporters, regardless of whether you consider them tips or donations.

Do I need an ABN to run a podcast?

If you earn regular income from your podcast and operate it as a business, you will likely need an ABN to invoice sponsors and report income to the ATO. A one-off hobby episode generally does not. CreatorTax can register your ABN and advise on the right business structure for you.

Claim what's yours.

Send us your podcast income, we handle the rest. Most returns lodged within four business days. Branching into brand deals? See our influencer tax page.

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