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Australian government seeks to woo voters with surprise tax cuts


Published on 2025-03-25 17:41:36 - Reuters
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  • Australia's government launched fresh tax cuts on Tuesday and announced other cost-of-living relief in a major push to win back disgruntled voters, tipping the budget back into the red. Prime Minister

The Australian government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, has announced a significant revision to its tax policy, aiming to appeal to voters ahead of the upcoming election. Originally, the tax cuts were set to benefit high-income earners more substantially, but the new plan shifts the focus towards providing relief to middle and low-income earners. This policy change, described as a "modest but meaningful" adjustment, involves redistributing tax benefits to address cost-of-living pressures. The revised tax cuts are expected to be implemented from July 1, 2023, and are part of a broader strategy to win voter support by demonstrating responsiveness to economic challenges faced by average Australians. This move has sparked a debate on economic policy, with critics arguing it might exacerbate inflation, while supporters see it as a necessary step to support those most affected by rising living costs.

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