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Student bonus: How to upgrade your life at tax time

May 8, 2025-4 min read

Every dollar counts when you’re a uni student, which is why our tax time deals are your big chance to bag epic deals on laptops and computers – everything you need to upgrade to your dream study set-up. Plus, you can snap up other tech you’ve had your eye on!

Whatever your EOFY goals, we’ve got you covered with tips and tricks to help you make the most of the deals.

Want to make the most of Uni Deals? Check out our student offers and EOFY tips here

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The good news is, “if you’re working casually or part-time around your studies, you could be in for a nice payday at tax time,” says Katie Cunningham, personal finance writer.

Of course, you don’t need a hefty tax return to take advantage of The Good Guys EOFY Deals. With great deals on a huge range of products, it’s the best time of year to upgrade to your dream desktop computer or laptop.

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HP 14" Celeron 8GB 256GB Laptop

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“EOFY is your big chance to bag great deals on laptops and computers – everything you need to upgrade to your dream study set-up”

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Lenovo Yoga S7 14.5" Copilot+PC 32GB 1TB

Apple MacBook Pro 14" with M4 chip 16GB 512GB - Space Black

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How to make the most of our EOFY deals

As any student at exam time knows, you can’t ace it on the day without putting in the prep. Here’s how to get yourself ready for top grade EOFY purchases.

Do your research

Head to your nearest The Good Guys store to talk to a product expert, or go deep online to hone your wishlist. You’ll save precious time when it counts, having already decided which computer, tablet or printer is best for you.

Study our Buying Guides

At The Good Guys, we’ve created comprehensive buying guides across all our product categories. These guides will give you a head start when it comes to drilling down on the pros and cons, styles and types, and everything else to consider before you buy. Looking to create the ultimate study set-up? These buying guides will give you all the detail you need to guide your EOFY purchases:

Set your budget

Having a clear budget will ensure you don’t spend beyond your limits and stay focussed on the products you really need. Ask yourself: What are my main EOFY goals? What are my priorities? What’s my spending limit?Once you have your shopping list and budget sorted, you can do your research, tally up the prices of products you want, and arrive at a total dollar amount. It’s a good idea to overbudget for each item, so you don’t get caught out on the day. You might even find you have some cash left over to buy a little extra something you’ve had your eye on!

Don’t forget to check out our Uni Deals page for more great tips and tricks

Get an early start on upgrading your study technology during EOFY. See us in-store or online for expert advice on computers, monitors, software and accessories.

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