was seen at the discussions on CGT changes, as a potential step; media note talks include reforming the discount, with inflation-linked approach and varying rules for new versus existing properties that could impact investors and housing supply. A second report says the government is studying CGT changes prior to the budget, under pressure from greens, unions, and economists. The reports show debate and proposals, not finalised law, as of the latest reporting. Chalmers described the legislation as the first step in a broader tax reform package.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has sparked a flurry of speculation that the Albanese Government might be plotting big changes to capital gains tax concessions in the upcoming Budget.
thenightly.com.auJim Chalmers described the legislation he introduced to the lower house on Thursday as the ‘first step’ in an ambitious tax reform package.
thenightly.com.auSeven years ago, proposed changes to CGT and negative gearing were named as part of the reason Labor lost the unlosable election. Times have changed.
www.abc.net.auThe move follows pressure from unions and economists.
7news.com.auTreasurer Jim Chalmers is plotting a Budget night tax sting, the Daily Mail can reveal.
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