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Using up your unused super caps before the end of the financial year could help you save on tax.

The super trick that could slash your tax bill – if you act fast

If you want to save on tax this financial year, it is worth considering making an extra lump sum contribution into your superannuation fund.

  • Julia Hartman

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers.

Capital gains tax outcry is sad and predictable, fuelled by vested interests. This is a bold push for change

As sure as night follows day, within a few months the predictions of doomsday currently dominating sections of our media will have proved to be illusory.

  • Graeme Samuel
The new standard deduction will make life simpler for millions of people. But it could come at a cost to those with a big laundry bill.

The $1000 tax deduction promises less paperwork. Experts warn there’s a catch

Australians will soon join most of the world in having a standard deduction on their tax return. But it could come at a cost to those with dirty clothes.

  • Shane Wright
Anthony Albanese used his appearance at Victorian Labor’s annual party conference on Saturday to double down on his controversial tax agenda.

‘Aspiration for all’: Emotional Albanese doubles down on tax changes

The prime minister became visibly emotional on Saturday as he used a speech to Labor Party faithful to defend his government’s controversial reform plans.

  • Kieran Rooney
Dr Joseph De Zylva said he was worried about the impact the new tax change might have for his family.

A bursary helped Joseph become a doctor. He fears trust changes will deny others that opportunity

Hundreds of thousands of Australians with trusts could be affected by the latest tax change, with some warning small businesses will suffer.

  • Millie Muroi and Bridget McArthur
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The PM’s about to offer selfish Boomers like me a chance at redemption

The budget will be a threshold moment for Anthony Albanese as he stares down wealthy Baby Boomers and strikes a blow for generational equity. It will be his biggest political risk to date.

  • Peter Hartcher
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Treasurer Jim Chalmers in Washington last week.

CGT like it’s 1999: Chalmers leans towards scrapping Howard-Costello tax discount

Scrapping the capital gains tax discount would likely deliver a tax hit to investors, as Jim Chalmers promises “intergenerational equity” in his May 12 budget.

  • Shane Wright
Reducing the concession on capital gains is argued by supporters as a way to help young people into the property market.

Cutting capital gains deductions opens door to bigger cuts

The government is considering winding back the capital gains tax concession as part of a broader change to taxes in the May budget.

  • Shane Wright and James Massola
The SRO has increased its compliance activities.

‘Aggressive pursuit of debts’: Property owners feel strain over surging land tax bills

The State Revenue Office has cracked down on a growing amount of unpaid land tax, netting almost $900 million.

  • Daniella White
Hands up for Jim Chalmers policy reverse ferret.

Just a ‘tweak’? Chalmers tries to disguise super plan’s embarrassing turn with top spin

The retreat on unrealised gains is a smack in the nose for Treasury, which knows that wealth – rather than income – will be ground zero in the fight over future budgets.

  • Shane Wright