You’d think it would be a simple question to answer, but unfortunately it’s not. Here’s why.
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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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The Coalition’s tax plan will make the system less progressive. What does that mean?
We explain tax progressivity and its measurement.
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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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