Tax cut changes to be put to test as by-election looms
The federal government's revamped tax cuts, which skew toward lower paid workers, have passed parliament days out from a critical by-election.
The federal government's revamped tax cuts, which skew toward lower paid workers, have passed parliament days out from a critical by-election.
Labor is defending its decision to shake up planned tax reforms, saying that giving more Australians higher returns won't add to inflation or delay rate cuts.
The treasurer has poured cold water on suggestions Labor will go further with tax reform and target negative gearing after rejigging stage three tax cuts.
The prime minister has brushed off criticism of proposed changes to promised tax cuts, saying he has a responsibility to help Australians in financial stress.
THE Greens are standing out against the bipartisan consensus that tax cuts are needed for middle…