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Latest news: State Budget and Tax
'Doesn't add up': LNP criticised for backing budget
Queensland's opposition leader David Crisafulli says he will back the government's funding for existing projects in the budget, prompting a backlash.
Jun 05, 2024
'We have a plan': state reacts to housing crisis outcry
A real estate body has called on authorities to provide an accountable delivery plan, describing the Queensland's housing crisis as "woeful".
Jun 05, 2024
Budget boon for old trains buys time for homemade fleet
Trains vital to the rail network will be upgraded to keep them on the tracks for longer as the government investigates building replacement fleets locally.
Jun 05, 2024
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Brisvegas is second most expensive after Emerald City
Brisbane is now the second most expensive city to buy a house, leapfrogging the nation's capital Canberra to sit behind Sydney for the first time since 1997.
Jun 03, 2024
Tax cuts and tourist fees in NZ budget 'clean-up job'
Income tax relief for Kiwis and higher fees for tourists have been revealed in the first budget of New Zealand's coalition government.
May 30, 2024
Coal super tax to be legislated, 'protecting' royalties
Deputy Premier Cameron Dick has ensured future modifications to a Queensland super tax on coal royalties will require legislative changes.
May 23, 2024
Migration plan wobble raises questions for opposition
Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor has defended inconsistencies in his party's migration plan, saying the overall point of the exercise is to free up homes.
May 22, 2024
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Queensland budget forecast to be at least $3b deficit
Queensland’s treasurer has revealed the upcoming budget will forecast a $3 billion deficit as the government spends on cost-of-living relief measures.
May 21, 2024
Unions push for more in $3.6b pay deal for NSW workers
Billions of dollars in pay rises being offered to NSW public-sector workers might not be enough to stop key employees' unions calling for larger increases.
May 20, 2024
Regions open to migrants even in plan to slash numbers
Regional towns and universities would continue to welcome international students and workers under the coalition's plan to address the housing crisis.
May 19, 2024
Building inflation won't hit rail loop price: treasurer
The Victorian government is confident it can convince Infrastructure Australia the Suburban Rail Loop stacks up and is sticking to its original costing.
May 16, 2024
Off-ramps built into Labor's future industries agenda
Another era of prosperity is at the heart of the government's new industry plan, yet much hinges on its design to ensure taxpayer funds are used wisely.
May 15, 2024
Sparks fly over energy bill handouts for the wealthy
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has defended a handout of energy rebates to all households despite calls to have it extended more to those struggling to make ends meet.
May 15, 2024
Mental health body to be moved after culture review
Australia's national bodies for mental health and suicide prevention is shifting to the health department after a review found a poor workplace culture.
May 15, 2024
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'Knee-jerk' crime-busting NT budget sparks concern
Lawyers and the community sector have criticised the NT's budget, which poured millions of dollars into extra police resources and prisons.
May 15, 2024
Budget leaves helpless renters to 'rot in housing hell'
Housing affordability crisis will not be solved by the federal government's inadequate increase to rent assistance and construction incentives, critics say.
May 15, 2024
Budget funds stop Aust film history going up in flames
The budget has allocated funds to upgrade a facility that is home to milestones in Australian history captured on highly flammable nitrate film.
May 15, 2024
Budget shows no empathy for the bush: Littleproud
Nationals leader David Littleproud has slammed the federal budget but others are more optimistic about the government's vision for the future of the regions.
May 15, 2024
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States query GST carve-up despite 'constructive' budget
The reviews are rolling in for the federal budget, with Australia's two most populous states publicly questioning the support they have received from Canberra.
May 15, 2024
Legal services forced to turn away fleeing women
Legal services targeted at women fleeing domestic violence could be forced to turn away more of those needing help due to a lack of targeted funding.
May 15, 2024
'More work to do' to make Australia competitive
Business groups have called for more productivity measures but warned federal budget spending boosts to tackle cost-of-living pressures could fuel inflation.
May 15, 2024
Cost-of-living help branded 'Band-Aid on bullet wound'
Cost-of-living budget measures have been branded inadequate by the coalition, with a manufacturing policy promising subsidies facing a significant hurdle.
May 14, 2024
No 'glamour' in Territory's crime-busting budget
The Northern Territory has unveiled a crime-fighting budget, with cash also splashed to improve schools before an election in August.
May 14, 2024
Elective surgery target slashed by Victorian government
Workforce shortages and non-invasive technology is being blamed for the Victorian government lowering its target to deliver 240,000 elective surgeries a year.
May 12, 2024
NZ boosts defence budget to upgrade equipment and pay
Defence equipment will be upgraded and salaries for personnel improved when the New Zealand government boosts its defence spending by half a billion dollars.
May 10, 2024
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