Do I need to lodge a tax return to sell illustrations and paintings as a hobby?

 Author: Taxduck(Taxicorn)Taxicorn

20 Apr 2026

A company is a business structure. Have a look and decide if this is what you want.

Business structures - key tax obligations | Australian Taxation Office

A hobby is " a pastime or leisure activity conducted in your spare time for recreation or pleasure."

Difference between a business and a hobby | business.gov.au

So is this going to be a business or a hobby?

Have a look at the information in the above link as well as the one below.

Are you in business? | Australian Taxation Office

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