Specialist tax service for Defence members

Australia’s trusted specialist in Defence tax returns

Knowing Defence tax is our business. With 48 years of experience dealing with Defence members, we understand Defence duties, occupation-specific deductions and the importance of lodging with confidence.

48+ Years of Defence tax experience
1,500+ Defence members assisted
Australia-wide Online and appointment support
Getting started

Choose the right way to lodge

Book a face-to-face appointment, connect by video, or lodge online using the option that best fits your Defence tax situation.

Face-to-face Tax Appointments

Experience personalised tax assistance with Garry Angus at our Nunawading office. Ideal for detailed questions and a guided appointment.

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Video Conference Tax

Connect by FaceTime, Skype or Zoom for a convenient tax appointment without travelling to the office.

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Online Cloud Tax

Lodge online from home with Defence-focused support, secure upload options and packages to suit most needs and budgets.

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Professional standards

Trusted, experienced and professionally accountable

Credibility matters when Defence members trust us with their tax position, deductions and financial records.

Tax return specialists Built around Defence occupation-specific tax needs.
Defence-focused expertise Support for different roles across the Defence force.
Thorough checklists Designed to reduce missed deductions and errors.
Australia-wide service In-person, video and online options available.
About us

DefenceTax core strengths

DefenceTax is dedicated to serving Defence members across Australia. We have built our service around understanding Defence duties, work patterns and the tax claims that are commonly relevant to Defence occupations.

  • Insight into Defence job activities: We understand the responsibilities and work-related expenses that can arise across Defence roles.
  • Optimise your tax refund: We review eligible deductions and credits carefully so your return is prepared with confidence.
  • Refund-focused service: Accuracy, compliance and practical Defence-specific tax knowledge remain the focus.
  • Comprehensive tax checklists: Our checklists are designed to help ensure important tax items are not overlooked.
Pricing

Choose the tax preparation plan that is right for you

Accounting fees are structured according to estimated service time, with transparent pricing for common return types and additional schedules.

  • Standard tax returns for individuals are set at a flat rate of $230.
  • Significant discounts are available for adolescent family members.
  • Upfront fee breakdowns help keep the process transparent.
  • Fixed pricing is available for landlord rental property schedules and depreciation services.
  • Complex capital gains tax calculations are offered at a fixed rate of $100.
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New clients

New to DefenceTax?

Complete the right starting point for your situation, then our team can help guide your Defence tax return, appointment or online lodgement.

  • New client registrationStart with the details we need to prepare your first appointment.
  • Defence tax checklistUse our checklist to help collect your occupation-specific tax information.
  • Nunawading locationConvenient office location near Springvale Road and Nunawading Railway Station.
Meet your tax specialist

About Garry Angus

Garry Angus has decades of experience helping Australian Defence members and families with tax returns, deductions, rental property tax, CGT and practical tax planning questions.

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Need help choosing the right tax option?

Call DefenceTax or book online to get started.

1800 819 692