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  1. Scott Morrison negotiated a 2018 GST deal for Western Australia, which was subsequently rebuked by the Productivity Commission.
  2. Frydenberg suggested a GST raise while Taylor rejected it and called for scrapping the contentious WA GST deal.

Political panel discusses GST reform and Grattan Institute policy suggestions

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 19
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What happened

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During a political panel, Jason Falinski stated that tax reform is necessary because the tax system is dangerously unbalanced towards high income earners and multinational corporations. Falinski supported broadening the tax base and removing welfare from the tax system, referencing the Grattan Institute's suggestions. Patrick Gorman questioned the debate on the GST, referencing previous arguments made by Josh Frydenberg.

From miragenews.com

Why it matters

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The discussion highlighted ongoing political conflict regarding tax structure, specifically the GST. The Grattan Institute's policy proposals are contrasted with the views of Josh Frydenberg and Angus Taylor, who have previously held differing positions on tax policy.

Josh Frydenberg previously suggested a GST raise, while Angus Taylor rejected this idea and called for the scrapping of the contentious WA GST deal.

From miragenews.com

Who's involved

  • Grattan InstitutePolicy think tank whose suggestions were referenced during the debate
  • Josh FrydenbergFormer Treasurer whose previous case for GST was referenced by Patrick Gorman
  • Angus TaylorPolitician who has previously opposed GST increases and the WA GST deal

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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    Foxtel could see consumer subscription costs rise due to a potential GST increase, which might impact revenue.

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Frydenberg suggested a GST raise while Taylor rejected it and called for scrapping the contentious WA GST deal. All 1 developments

Within Scott Morrison negotiated a 2018 GST deal for Western Australia, which was subsequently rebuked by the Productivity Commission.

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