Did you know that you can claim your tax back on some items that you purchase before your travel ?
It's called the Tourist Refund Scheme or TRS.
So you are travelling overseas soon and you are looking at buying a new laptop, sunglasses , camera , cosmetics or even some new luggage.
You need to spend $300.00 or more in one transaction within 60 days of you leaving to head overseas. You also need to be able to take the items with you , so the flat screen you have been looking to purchase might be a tad too big .
Think about it . If you spend say $400.00 on a new case and some travel accessories the gst would be around $40.00. That could pay for a meal or a few drinks while you are away.
Do your research before you head off , here's the link to get yourself informed: https://www.abf.gov.au/entering-and-leaving-australia/tourist-refund-scheme