An “extreme GST” model of 15% tax on 100% of goods and services has been mooted for Australia. Can changing the marginal rates in the top tax brackets achieve the same net revenue result as any change to the GST? (more…)
Robin Boyle
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We can have our GST cake. And eat it too! (part 1 of 2)
As the Australian government foreshadows imminent tax changes, some politicians, commentators and think-tanks are again proposing increasing and broadening the GST. However, the practicalities of compensating those who can’t afford the price increases might rule out even minor change. (more…)
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The white elephant in the room: Australia is ideal for planes, not trains!
How can Australia spend $130 billion that would best benefit the country? A response, but not an answer, is not to spend it on an HSR (high-speed rail) system on the east coast. (more…)
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Beethoven and the ABC Classic 100 Countdown – A not-to-be missed event
On the weekend of the 7 and 8 June, ABC Classic will be conducting its Classic 100 Countdown for 2020. Being the 250th anniversary of his birth, it is devoted to the music of Ludwig van Beethoven. (more…)
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ROBIN BOYLE. Flights From The USA Should Have Been Shut Down Earlier
Australia should have restricted arrivals from the USA on the 11 March, in the same way as it did for Italy. Failure to do so has caused extra immeasurable cost and trauma to the Australian economy and people. (more…)