What is tax?

This video provides an introduction to taxation concepts.
A Teacher Module with lessons will support this video soon.
Having fun and making money, but is it a business or a hobby?
Teenfinca® Issue 1, 2018
Many people have hobbies that they make some money from. Sometimes, these people are not sure if they should inform the Australian Tax Office about this activity or not. They may not be certain that it is a hobby and not a business. There is a difference! This presentation provides clarity around this question.
It includes a link to an online video provided by the tax office.
The article (PDF) can be downloaded separately, after login.
A lesson plan supports this video.Five smart things to do with a tax return
Teenfinca® Issue 2, 2017
This video slideshow encourages students to think about taxation in a different way, that is, what to do if they were to receive a refund.
In keeping with our focus on responsible and informed decision-making, the information provided here offers a range of financially responsible options.
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A lesson plan supports this video.The secret life of Tax File Numbers
Teenfinca® Issue 2, 2017
This video slideshow is an information presentation that explains the process of validating whether a tax file number is valid or not. It also provides information about the need for tax file numbers by children
No poster is provided with this presentation.
The article (PDF) can be downloaded separately, after login.
A lesson plan supports this video.Taxes can be weird

Teenfinca® Issue 1, 2017
All students will have tax obligations in the future. Thankfully those obligations should not be based upon some of the weird taxes introduced in world history. This video slideshow provides some interesting historical information about taxation and also a current tax that is applied in Europe which has an interesting basis.
The article (PDF) can be downloaded separately, after login.
A lesson plan supports this video.Teens: Tax, GST and the merits of casual bookkeeping

Teenfinca 2015 Issue 1: This video slideshow is based on an article submitted by Taxpayers Australia. It introduces students to concepts related to taxation, the GST, receipts and refunds.
The article (PDF) can be downloaded separately, after login.
A lesson plan supports this video.A new job: What about income tax and super?

Teenfinca® Issue 1, 2016:
The information in this video slideshow is provided by Dr Toni Chardon, lecturer at the University of Southern Queensland. Dr Chardon shares information for students related to Tax File Numbers, income tax and superannuation. She stresses the need for teenagers to understand these concepts as they being working. (5:15)
The article (PDF) can be downloaded separately, after login.
A lesson plan supports this video.Advice for lodging your first tax return

Teenfinca® Issue 2, 2016:
The information in this video slideshow is provided by Taxpayers Australia. Its purpose is to help students working casually to understand their taxation responsibilities, and provides them with advice as to how get started when lodging their first tax return. (5:00)
The article (PDF) can be downloaded separately, after login.
A lesson plan supports this video.Tax bubbles

Teenfinca® Issue 2, 2016:
The information in this video slideshow is provided by Taxpayers Australia. Its purpose is to provide some taxation concepts that may be of interest to senior students e.g. tax on tips and gratuities, the longevity tsunami, the deductible cuppa and strange taxes from around the world. (5:50)
The article (PDF) can be downloaded separately, after login.
A lesson plan supports this video.