Guides for Australian
freelancers & contractors

Practical, numbers-first articles on rates, tax, super, and building a sustainable independent career.

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Rates
How to set your freelance rate in Australia (2026)
The complete guide to calculating a rate that genuinely replaces your salary — after tax, super, unpaid weeks, and business expenses.
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GST for freelancers: a plain-English guide
When you must register, how to add it to invoices, what to do with the money, and how BAS lodgement actually works.
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Sole trader vs company: which structure suits Australian freelancers?
The tax implications, admin overhead, and income thresholds that determine which structure makes sense for your situation.
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How much do freelancers charge in Australia? Rates by profession (2026)
Real market rate ranges for developers, designers, marketers, consultants, writers, and more — based on current Australian job data.
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PAYG instalments explained: how to manage tax as a sole trader
How the ATO's quarterly payment system works, how to avoid a painful tax bill, and the right amount to set aside from every invoice.
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Contractor vs employee: the full financial comparison for 2026
A side-by-side breakdown of take-home pay, benefits, risk, and the real premium a contractor needs to break even against an equivalent salary.