Jenny is a student from Sweden who comes to Australia to study for a four-year bachelor degree in business. Jenny lives in rental accommodation near the university with fellow students and works part-time at the university social club as a waitress. After six months, she has to withdraw from her studies and return to Sweden because her mother is unwell. Required: With reference to legislation, cases and tax rulings, advise Jenny whether she is a resident of Australia for tax purposes

Jenny is a student from Sweden who comes to Australia to study for a four-year bachelor degree in business. Jenny lives in rental accommodation near the university with fellow students and works part-time at the university social club as a waitress. After six months, she has to withdraw from her studies and return to Sweden because her mother is unwell. Required: With reference to legislation, cases and tax rulings, advise Jenny whether she is a resident of Australia for tax purposes

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Chapter18: The Federal Gift And Estate Taxes

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