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Grattan Institute Proposes 15% GST Including Food; Faces Political Resistance

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 19
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What happened

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The Grattan Institute proposed increasing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) from 10 per cent to 15 per cent, extending the tax to include food. The proposal suggests that this change could fund income tax cuts, welfare payments, and state services. However, major political parties have rejected the plan, and concerns remain regarding its impact on inflation and household budgets.

From sbs.com.au

Why it matters

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The proposal represents a significant shift in taxation and government spending policy. The debate centers on how a higher GST might affect consumer prices and household spending, balanced against the potential benefits of tax cuts and welfare payments.

From sbs.com.au

Who's involved

  • Grattan InstituteAustralian public policy think tank that put forth the GST proposal
  • Ricardo GonçalvesResearcher who discussed the policy proposals from the Grattan Institute

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Grattan InstituteSpeculative

    The proposal could affect consumer spending and inflation rates due to the proposed tax increase and subsequent tax cuts.

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