Parents In Danger Of Losing Out On Savings With Tas uniform Rebate This Year

Stubbies helps forgetful parents take advantage of new tax rebate

Sydney, January 18, 2012- Half of Aussie primary school parents are at risk of missing out on tax benefits when buying school uniforms this month, according to a survey by Stubbies school wear.

The survey of 983 parents revealed that although the majority of parents (69%) are aware of the Government’s uniform tax rebate, 50% are still unsure if their family is eligible to obtain it this year.  

The rebate could see eligible parents receive up to 50% back on uniforms per child at tax time- a benefit that can only be claimed if they know their entitlements and keep the relevant receipts.

For over half of mums, it could also help relieve the stress of trying to source the cheapest possible garments when shopping for the new school year. More than 51% admit that when purchasing school uniforms, the price is put ahead of quality, durability, comfort, and sun protection for their kids. A statistic that climbs to 75% for families with three or more kids in primary school.

The tax break also comes as a relief to growing kids, who in the interest of saving money are often sent to school in oversized uniforms. More than 54% of mums admit they always purchase their kids uniforms a few sizes larger, to ensure they don’t outgrow them quickly.

Josie Mileto, Stubbies Product Manager said:

“Sending kids to school can be an expensive exercise, especially when you have a large family. More than often kids start school in uniforms big enough for their teachers, because it’s the cheapest and easiest way to combat how fast they grow. Unfortunately for kids, it’s not the most comfortable.

“It is important families know if they are eligible for the tax rebate this year, so that they can reap the rewards. Cheap garments may give a false sense of savings at the time, but the chances of them lasting and protecting kids from nasty playground tumbles, is unlikely. For larger families the rebate means money can be spent wisely on purchasing quality cost effective uniforms, as opposed to just the cheapest. A choice that doesn’t need to stretch the budget”.

Providing school wear for over 40 years, the Stubbles uniform range is specifically designed with features to handle the needs of growing children, as well as withstand the rough and tumble of the playground. The range includes:

·         Expandable waist bands
·         Flexpandable waist
·         Stretch fabric
·         Underarm cooling vents
·         Reinforced Knee protection
·         Reflective strips for visibility at night
·         Teflon fabric to combat stains
·         Reversible shorts
·         UPF 50+ protection for maximum UV protection.

Mums that shop online for Stubbies school wear won’t have to worry about losing their receipts come tax time. Stubbies customers have the option of downloading all past receipts from the website at any time.

For more information on the Stubbies range, please visit www.stubbiesschoolwear.com.au  

For details on the uniform rebate, visit www.educationtaxrefund.gov.au

18 January 2012
Parents In Danger Of Losing Out On Savings With Tas uniform Rebate This Year

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