Penbo: Albo’s tax trick races Dutton’s dumb ‘plan’ to a sad low
Remember when leaders like Bob Hawke or John Howard had the backbone to take on the real challenges facing Australia, writes David Penberthy.
Federal Budget
Coalition vows to repeal Albo’s tax cuts
Anthony Albanese has signalled when he plans to call the federal election, as his extended tax cuts passed the Senate – but the Coalition has other ideas.
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”.
Labor won’t match Coalition’s fuel excise plan
The Coalition insists its offer to halve petrol excise for 12 months will provide an instant boost to family budgets, but Labor says it has its “own plan”. Vote in our poll.
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$5-a-week tax cuts: Calculate how much you’ll get
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Your Federal budget 5-minute guide
As Treasurer Jim Chalmers prepares Australia for the future, he has offered two tax cuts and cost of living sweeteners to voters. But there are grim warnings. Here’s how the budget affects you.
‘Dumb trifecta’: Expert absolutely unleashes
Australia is losing billions, fuelling rampant crime and damaging our health because of one “dumb” decision, a leading economic expert has warned.
‘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.
‘Absurd’ tax break Aussies are sick of
This year, taxpayers will foot a $49 billion bill to support largely wealthy Aussies – an “absurd” expense that makes ordinary people’s lives tougher.
Budget winners and losers revealed
From a promise to slash HECS debt to a surprise tax cut for all working Aussies. Here’s how Labor’s pre-election budget pitch will affect you.
Why SA is the forgotten state in this pre-election budget
The Whyalla rescue was always going to soak up a chunk of SA’s pre-election budget but spending for the rest of the state is looking strikingly sparse, writes Paul Starick. Here’s why.
Mega investor defends tax perk billions
A prominent real estate investor who owns 21 properties worth $35 million says ditching generous perks for landlords would see Australia crumble.
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