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Invoicing tips for Australian tradies

ATO compliance, GST guides, getting paid faster — practical advice written for tradies, not accountants.

ATO Compliance

What must a Tax Invoice include? ATO requirements explained

Every field the ATO requires on a valid tax invoice — and what happens if you leave one out. Includes a free checklist.

5 min read · June 2025 Read article →
GST

How to calculate GST on an invoice — the simple tradie guide

Adding GST, finding GST in a price, showing it correctly on a Tax Invoice — two formulas and worked examples for Australian tradies.

4 min read · June 2026 Read article →
Workflow

From Quote to Paid: the complete invoicing workflow for Australian tradies

A real-world walkthrough — create a quote, convert to invoice, record deposit and final payment, then pull BAS figures at quarter end.

6 min read · June 2026 Read article →
Invoicing

Quote vs invoice — what's the difference for Australian tradies?

When to send a quote vs an invoice, legal status, GST rules, and how to convert a quote to a Tax Invoice in one step.

5 min read · June 2026 Read article →
GST

GST registration threshold — when do tradies need to register?

The threshold is $75,000 in annual turnover. Learn how to calculate yours, when you must register, and what changes once you are.

5 min read · June 2026 Read article →
Trade Guides

How to invoice as an electrician in Australia — the complete guide

What to include on every sparky invoice — licence number, GST, materials markup, compliance certificates, and real line-item examples you can copy.

7 min read · June 2026 Read article →
Trade Guides

How to invoice as a plumber in Australia — the complete guide

What to include on every plumbing invoice — licence number, GST, materials markup, compliance certificates, and real line-item examples you can copy.

7 min read · June 2026 Read article →
Trade Guides

How to invoice as a builder in Australia — the complete guide

Progress claims, retention, variations, and subcontractor invoices — plus real line-item examples you can copy for common building jobs.

8 min read · July 2026 Read article →
Getting Paid

How to follow up an unpaid invoice (with email templates)

A proven follow-up timeline plus copy-and-paste email templates for friendly reminders, firm follow-ups, and final notices.

6 min read · July 2026 Read article →