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Investing in shares

Find out about the tax implications when obtaining, owning and disposing of shares, including receiving dividends.

Obtaining shares

How to obtain shares and what deductions you can claim.

Owning shares

Find out about owning shares, including dividends and deductions you can claim.

Disposing of shares

How to dispose of shares, and the capital gains and losses when you dispose of shares.

Refund of franking credits for individuals

What are franking credits and when individuals are eligible for a refund of franking credits.

Children's share investments

If your child is under 18 years old and they buy shares, find out about quoting a TFN and declaring dividends.

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