Chalmers Super Crackdown as Silver Tsunami Nears
Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveils new superannuation reforms targeting tax concessions for high-balance accounts to address fiscal pressures from Australia's aging population.
Category : Treasury
Review of Tiny Treasury Agency Managing $1 Trillion Government Debt
The Australian Office of Financial Management faces an independent review led by former RBA deputy governor Guy Debelle, following significant staff departures and concerning public service census results.
Chalmers' Budget Buzzword Points to Youth Relief
Treasurer Jim Chalmers introduces a new budget term hinting at measures to ease financial pressures on younger Australians, sparking political debate.
ACT Budget Success Masks Fiscal Fragility
The ACT's mid-year budget review shows a smaller deficit, but deeper analysis reveals a precarious fiscal position with growing debt and service demands.
Chalmers Considers CGT Discount Cuts Before Budget
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is reportedly considering reducing the capital gains tax discount for property investors ahead of May's budget, as the RBA hikes interest rates.
ACT's $632M Budget Turnaround in Mid-Year Review
ACT Treasurer Chris Steel will present a $632 million improvement in the territory's deficit during Thursday's mid-year budget update, with the deficit now projected at $499.1 million for 2025-26.
Chalmers Denies Spending Fuels Inflation Ahead of RBA Call
Treasurer Jim Chalmers dismisses claims government spending drives inflation as economists predict a 25 basis point rate hike from the Reserve Bank of Australia.
Cairns Dad Jailed for Torres Strait Cocaine Smuggling
A Cairns father has been sentenced to prison after being convicted of moving 110 kilograms of cocaine through the Torres Strait in a major drug trafficking operation.
Public Transport Cash Splash Sparks Budget Concerns
Jessica Page analyses the financial implications of the Treasurer's public transport funding boost, highlighting potential budget strains and economic trade-offs.
WA's $190m unclaimed money pot: How to check
A staggering $190 million in unclaimed money is sitting with the WA Treasury. Thousands could be owed cash from old accounts, bonds, and refunds. Here's how to check the register.
Chalmers reveals smaller $36.8bn deficit in budget update
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will unveil a slightly improved deficit of $36.8bn in the mid-year budget update, crediting savings and spending restraint. Read the full details.
Treasury audit into $2.3bn unlawful state payments
The Treasury Department will review $2.3 billion in unlawful payments to states for energy rebates. Secretary Jenny Wilkinson denies any code of conduct breaches. Full details from the Senate estimates hearing.
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