The Australian Tax Office emphasizes the importance of retaining proof of purchase for work-related expenses to ensure successful refund claims as the financial year end approaches. The ATO clarifies that having records of work-related expenses is a necessity, highlighting that a bank or credit card statement alone is insufficient evidence and a receipt showing cost, supplier, date, and goods purchased is usually required. Additional records, like car journey logs or work-from-home hours, might be necessary depending on the expense type

 Proof of purchase is essential for successful refund claims by the ATO