The Treasurer’s Budget Speech on 12 May highlighted a range of initiatives under the heading, “More homes and a fair go for first home buyers”.… Read More ›

Budget Forum 2026: To reduce housing stress, rent assistance needs to be increased

Law and policy current as at 27 May 2026. Introduction The 2026–27 Federal Budget has unsettled estate planning because it places two structural tax reforms… Read More ›

Budget Forum 2026: Testamentary Trusts after the 2026-27 Budget: Estate Planning, Tax Reform and the “Death Tax” Debate

The Persephone Network Budget Response This year’s budget is a promising start to pursuing intergenerational equity, but it is just that: a start. The Treasurer’s… Read More ›

Budget Forum 2026: The Persephone Network Budget Response

Gavin A Wood, Emeritus Professor, Centre for Urban Research, RMIT University Susan J Smith, Hon Emerita University Professor of Social and Economic Geography, and Life… Read More ›

Budget Forum 2026: Feebates: Tax Reform to Raise Funds for a Fairer and More Efficient Housing Future

Introduction The proposed $1000 “instant” tax deduction seems to be a win for many Australian taxpayers as they will get a deduction without spending a… Read More ›

Budget Forum 2026: What’s hiding within the proposed $1000 instant tax deduction?

In March 2026, the Australian government halved the fuel excise tax rate on petroleum products for a period of three months. The primary objective was… Read More ›

Budget Forum 2026: Running on Empty – The Hidden Costs of Halving the Fuel Tax

In the lead-up to the 2026 Federal Budget, the government is widely expected to alter how investment properties are taxed, including making changes to negative gearing and the capital… Read More ›

Budget Forum 2026: Landlords pay almost $7 billion a year more in tax than homeowners, pushing rents higher

It looks increasingly likely (though it is by no means certain) that Treasurer Jim Chalmers will make changes to the capital gains tax discount in… Read More ›

Budget Forum 2026: It’s Not Fair: Why the Capital Gains Tax Discount Needs To Go

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