How the new policy will work, what it actually means for families and the economy, and how it compares to Labor’s policy
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Budget
When do I get my tax cut? It’s complicated
You’d think it would be a simple question to answer, but unfortunately it’s not. Here’s why.
Is Labor’s childcare policy welfare for the well-off?
Why cheaper childcare is an economic reform and who benefits
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Explainer: the argument over personal income tax cuts
Tomorrow’s Budget is likely to feature personal income tax cuts – this piece explains the policy choices, who benefits, and the key things to look out for
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Arts, Education, and Hospitality first in line for JobKeeper
About 1 in 3 Australian businesses have expressed interest in the JobKeeper Program – but not all sectors are represented equally.
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COVID-19: What the states and territories are spending
Every state and territory government in Australia has announced a spending response to the COVID-19 crisis. The measures, including loans, tax deferrals, and health spending, so far total almost $15 billion. This compliments the almost $194 billion in direct economic measures already announced by the Federal Government.
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What the Coalition’s tax plan means for high-income earners and the tax system
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has been dodging questions on how much high-income earners will benefit from his tax plan and what it means for the progressivity of Australia’s tax system. Here are the answers.
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How much does the typical Australian earn? The answer might surprise you
Ever get mixed up about how much Australians really make? Consult our handy cheat sheet
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