‘Stupid’: Chalmers blasts Coalition tax plan
The federal treasurer has blasted the opposition for a “stunningly stupid admission” during an animated debate on income tax in parliament.
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Labor rushes through $5-a-week tax cuts
Labor has passed its $5-a-week tax cut plan, forcing the Coalition to vote against the cost-of-living relief it has already labelled as a “cruel hoax”.
Chalmers budget unlikely to sway RBA
Cost of living relief and a modest tax cut are unlikely to slow the RBA’s progress on cutting rates, according to analysts.
‘Not enough’: 2 in 5 Aussies budget forgot
Of all the budget measures Jim Chalmers announced to combat Australia’s cost of living, there was one crisis he overlooked – with devastating consequences.
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Unexpected winners from federal budget
The furry creatures arrived in Australia in December and will enjoy a $15k lifestyle funded by the Commonwealth at their Adelaide Zoo home.
Dutton drops hint about bigger tax cut
Opposition leader Peter Dutton has hinted at a “significant” reveal in his budget reply that could involve even bigger tax cuts.
‘It’s downright weird’: Deep flaw with budget
The government’s newly announced tax cuts are already being called too small. But that’s not the weirdest thing about them.
‘Don’t support?’: Libs slammed over tax move
Describing them as a “cruel hoax”, the Liberals have revealed they won’t be supporting the new tax cuts.
Every cost of living boost in the budget
The Albanese government has announced a number of key measures in the budget aimed at easing cost of living pressures. Here’s how it could help you.
State 115,000 Aussies will flee
It may boast icons such as the Harbour Bridge and Opera House, but the country’s most populous state appears to have lost its appeal.
Trump, China threat to Aussie economy
The Australian economy is facing a grim outlook with income from key resources forecast to be smashed over the coming years, dragging down revenue.
Try the budget calculator to see how you fare
Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ fourth budget is once again all about cost of living. Find out exactly where you stand.
Aussies to get $5-a-week tax cut
Jim Chalmers has revealed plans to put pennies back in every Australian’s pocket, in a budget night speech marked as much by what was not said than was.
Exactly how much you will get in tax cuts
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has rolled the dice on sweeping new tax cuts for every Aussie earning over $45,000 – but there’s a big catch with the cost of living relief.
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