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Of stunted growth and tax reform

Of stunted growth and tax reform

Comments by the RBA are usually ignored by all but the most dedicated policy enthusiasts. But when Governor Glenn Stevens recently suggested that it may be time to revise down Australia’s long run growth rate, headlines sprung up everywhere, and a broader audience sat up and took notice. Treasury

It's time for a land tax

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It's time for a land tax

In 2010, the Henry Tax Review was handed down to the Government. Dr Ken Henry and his team of experts had put together a report consisting of 138 specific recommendations that would provide necessary reform to Australia’s tax system. Amongst the many recommendations was a tax that, if applied

How Victoria should tax property

How Victoria should tax property

Many may be surprised to learn that Victoria has a land tax on the books. However, the low rates mean the revenue raised is far from substantial, and the numerous exemptions, not least of which is that of the primary residence, mean that the supposed efficiency gains from the tax