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Salary packaging for Department of Defence

Explore benefits available to help you maximise your tax savings including buying a car through novated leasing. Call us on 1300 476 278.

We're here for you

 

As the exclusive salary packaging provider for the Department of
Defence, we’re proud to support ADF members and their families
every step of the way.


Whether you're looking into salary packaging (otherwise known as
salary sacrifice) or exploring a novated lease, we’re here to help you
make the most of your pay—so you can focus on what matters
most.

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A smarter way to help Defence members save

Learn how salary packaging could save you hundreds, or even thousand on tax, so you can treat yourself more often.

We're running 30 minute interactive webinars dedicated for Defence members and their families in October, including six special webinars on boosting your super in conjunction with CommSuper.

Smart is here to support you with any salary packaging questions you might have

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Explore available benefits for the Australian Defence Force

Salary packaging benefits
Novated leasing
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Novated car leasing

Salary packaging a car lease could save you thousands of dollars a year and now with the electric vehicle discount making eligible EVs^ exempt from Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT), you could save even more. Use our calculator to check out your savings, or learn more about novated leasing an EV.

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Salary package your next portable electronic device

Defence members can salary package multiple portable electronic devices each FBT year, when the device is used primarily for work. ​Choose to salary package laptop, tablet, mobile or smartwatch.

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Additional superannuation contributions

When you salary package additional superannuation contributions, you could save on tax while building your future wealth.

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Airline lounge benefits

Airline lounge membership makes work and travel easier and more enjoyable, and employees could salary package the cost.

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Smartrewards gives you even more ways to save 

As a Smart™ customer, you get access to a range of additional rewards on top of the benefits you salary package. These include discounts on some of Australia’s leading brands and access to our financial wellness partners’ services, all at no extra cost. 

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Testimonials from Australian Defence Force members

Peace of mind

"Smart’s novated lease brings peace of mind, simplifying finances for my family during ADF deployments, with its cost-effective and hassle-free approach.”

Timothy, Smart customer, 2023**

Freedom and flexibility

“As a serving member, the freedom and flexibility to know that everything from registration, fuel and insurance is taken care of; particularly during periods when I’m away.”

- Gary, Smart customer, 2023**

New car joy

“The ability to experience the luxuries of life and the adventures a new car brings in an affordable and easy way!”

- Jack, Smart customer, 2023**

Smart supports

We’re deeply grateful for your service, and proud to support the Defence community — including veteran employment and the incredible work of the Defence charities we stand behind.

Smart supports Wounded Heroes Australia

Wounded Heroes Australia

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Legacy Australia

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Veteran Employment Supporter

Australian Defence Force FAQs

How do I service my car?
What insurance options are available?
Is roadside assistance included?
How do I pay for EV charging or fuel?
What if someone in my household is deployed?
Can I claim days if my vehicle is stored on base?

Important information

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* Fortnightly price is based on the following assumptions: (1) living in NSW 2000, (2) salary: $100,000 gross p.a., (3) travelling 15,000 kms p.a., (4) lease term: 5-years, and (5) salary sacrifice using Employee Contribution Method (ECM) and FBT Exempt Method for Electric Car Discount eligible EVs. Images shown may not be the exact car that the calculations have been based on. All figures quoted include budgets for finance, charging and/or fuel, servicing, tyres, maintenance, Vero by Suncorp comprehensive motor insurance, Hydro Platinum Pack and re-registration over the period of the lease. Vehicle residual, as set by Australian Taxation Office, is payable at the end of lease term. The exact residual amount will be specified in your vehicle quote. Figures are indicative only and based on quotes obtained by Smart from its dealership network in September 2025.

 

**Testimonial provided by customer in response to Smart's 'Defence Christmas giveaway' 2023 competition where customers were invited to tell us in 25 words or less what they love most about their novated lease with us for the chance to win a prize.

^ Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption available for eligible electric or hydrogen cell vehicles purchased through a novated lease up to the Luxury Car Tax limit ($91,387 in FY 2025-26). Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles with leases commencing from 1 April 2025 are not eligible for this exemption.

Smart recommends that before entering into any salary packaging arrangement, you should consider your objectives, financial situation and needs, and obtain appropriate legal, financial or other professional advice based upon your own particular circumstances.