Despite previously promising not to touch negative gearing and capital gains tax, this budget will include reform of both. The treasurer says it’s the right decision.
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We don’t inflation-proof any other parts of the tax system, so why should we give special treatment to capital gains?
To rein in spiralling costs, the government aims to cut the scheme’s growth rate from 10% to about 5% annually.
The changes announced by the prime minister won’t help with supply and are poorly targeted.
In our uncertain times, voters are disillusioned by both major parties – and increasingly attracted to populism. How can the Albanese government best respond?
In a time of economic uncertainty, just how bold will Jim Chalmers be? Or how bold will Anthony Albanese let him be?
If we want to avoid becoming a nation where the great divide is between those who own property and those who never will, we should jump at the chance for reform.
Australia’s inflation rate could peak in “the high 4s or even higher” this year, according to Treasurer Jim Chalmers.
The next few months may be the most crucial Jim Chalmers has faced as treasurer.
The treasurer says the government needs to do more on several fronts: from fighting antisemitism after Sunday’s deadly attack, to cracking down on illegal tobacco.
The drivers of the improvement are largely outside the government’s control. Meanwhile, total debt is projected to exceed $1 trillion for the first time by mid-2027.
Wednesday’s budget update will project a better budget deficit then what was predicted.
The prime minister’s quiet wedding gave an insight into who is in his inner circle.
Inflation remains stuck above the Reserve Bank’s target band, as hopes for a rate cut fade.
In the clandestine race for Labor’s next leader, the question is will youth or experience shine through?
The revised plan still leaves gaps – especially for people earning $45,000 or less a year – that will quietly chip away at its fairness over time.
Jim Chalmers has watered down from Labor’s changes to superannuation, and fully dumped the plan to tax unrealised capital gains
Many Australians support the government’s plans to change the way large super balances are taxed. Yet key aspects of the policy still face vocal opposition.
The summit brought agreement on broad principles for tax reform. The objections will come when it gets down to details.
While Mark Butler went bold on NDIS reform, Treasurer Jim Chalmers used his roundtable to present a masterclass in inclusive incrementalism.
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