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The definition of a repair according to the ATO is to bring an item back to the state it was. Repairs are deductible, improvements are depreciable. Another classification is if the works result in a better product that what was there to start with, then it's not a repair, but an improvement...

You might also want to consider your appliances. If you want to/have to replace the appliances, will they fit, both physically and style-wise? My understanding for kitchens regarding depreciation is that the cabinet works are building (2.5% pa) and appliances will have varied useful...