Central Queensland Quantity Surveying

01/08/2026

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03/02/2026

Why don’t depreciation schedules show all 40 years?

Because most properties don’t stay the same for 40 years.

Renovations happen.
Assets are replaced.
Properties are sold.

A 10-year depreciation snapshot captures where the real benefit is — and stays accurate.

Depreciation schedules are working documents, not lifetime forecasts.

02/11/2025

With my Quantity Surveyor hat on, when I hear the word “resilient,” I immediately think of materials — resilient finishes that are durable, flexible, and have “give-back” qualities.

Think of vinyl, linoleum, cork, or rubber flooring — all designed to bounce back after being compressed, unlike rigid materials like tile or hardwood that can crack, shear, or shatter under pressure.

Funny enough, I was literally grinding concrete and pulling up old ceramic tiles when this idea hit me… Sometimes being too strong makes you brittle.

In work — and in life — it’s that touch of softness, flexibility, and kindness that lets us bend without breaking and bounce back when life applies pressure.

Maybe real strength isn’t about being hard as stone, but about having a little elasticity in our foundations. 🌿

11/10/2025

💰 Word of the Week: DEDUCTION 💰

Are you missing out on 💵 thousands in property tax deductions every year?

A deduction is something you can subtract from your taxable income — and that means paying less tax (legally, of course 😉).

Most investors don’t realise how much they’re leaving on the table.
That’s where a Tax Depreciation Schedule comes in — it lists every claimable item in your property so you don’t miss a thing.

At CQQS, we don’t just find deductions…

we uncover the details that make your property pay you back. 🏡

🎯 Ready to see what your property could be claiming?
👉 Tap the link in bio or visit www.cqqs.com.au

19/09/2025

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13/07/2025

Word of the Week: RENTAL 💸
Definition: Rental refers to a property that is leased or rented out to tenants, generating income for the owner.
Why it matters to YOU as a property owner or investor:
Whether it’s a granny flat, a high-set house with dual living potential, or a single unit—you might be sitting on a rental goldmine.
A well-managed rental property can deliver steady cash flow and unlock significant tax deductions, especially when you have the right documentation in place (like a Tax Depreciation Schedule ).
Did you know?
Properties that generate rental income are often eligible for ongoing yearly deductions—from driveways to sheds and other construction costs. Sometimes even assets within the property can qualify.
But many landlords forget to claim these or don’t even know they can!
🧾 We help you get the most from your rental by identifying all the eligible deductions and ensuring compliance.

My name is Jodie Stanley and I am a Quantity Surveyor from Central Queensland Quantity Surveying in Marian which is a town in the Mackay region. We also service the Isaac and Whitsunday region. We specialise in tax Depreciation schedules to help property investors pay less Tax Normally heaps less tax. We like to provide you with tips and tricks and updates. We will often post a word of the week as lots of term might be new or have a different meaning. There is a lot of jargon. I try to make thing easy for people. How it should be.

23/06/2025

Tomorrow we are heading out to Moranbah for some inspection before the end of Financial Year (EOFY) for 24/25. What a great year it has been. Central Queensland Quantity Surveying (CQQS) is a locally owned business based in Mackay, operating since 2004. We are experts in Tax Depreciation Schedules for residential and commercial properties.

CQQS is known for being professional, responsive, and committed to helping property investors maximise their deductions and cash flow.

For investors in Mackay, the Whitsundays, and surrounding Central Queensland areas – CQQS is the go-to firm. Moranbah and Nebo too. We will be on the ground tomorrow and will be back out again soon.

27/05/2025

We are currently planning site visits to Nebo, Moranbah and Cannonvale for uncoming inspections. If you would like us include your property in the list for inspection we would love to hear from you. Monday we looked at Bowen and Cannonvale houses and units. Is your next?

14/05/2025

Love this time of year. The weather is amazing and toward the middle of the year people start thinking about TAX. WE tend to do more out of town inspections this time of year. Later this week we have a couple of jobs in Cannonvale in the Whitsundays. We have jobvs to inspect in Townsville, Bowen and Moranbah too. This time the days tend to be shorter so make sure you have fun!