While we wait to hear which party will form our next government, here is a table of the key tax measures announced by the Coalition and ALP, along with the expected fiscal impact over the next 4 years.
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Key measures announced by both parties
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Fiscal impact ($m)
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Example
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OECD Two-Pillar Solution
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Not yet costed |
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Stage 3 personal income tax cuts
From 1 July 2024:
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($34,000) |
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Increase low and middle income tax offset
Increase the offset by $420.Total benefit in 2021-2022 becomes $1,500 for individuals and $3,000 for couples. |
($4,100) |
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Reduce eligibility age threshold for downsizer contributions into superannuation from 65 to 55. |
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Key measures announced by the Liberal National Party Coalition
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Fiscal impact ($m)
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Example
uses 2
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Impose a tax-to-GDP cap of 23.9%. |
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Super - first homebuyers scheme
First homebuyers may withdraw a maximum of 40% from their super (up to $50,000) for their deposit. |
($321)[1] [1] Includes costings for reducing the eligibility age threshold for downsizer contributions into superannuation. |
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ATO Tax Avoidance Taskforce
Extended by 2 years to 30 June 2025. |
$1,483 |
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Key measures announced by the Australian Labor Party
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Fiscal impact ($m)
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Example
uses 2
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Limit debt-related deductions by multinational enterprises at 30% of profits unless debt-related deductions can be substantiated under the arm’s length test or worldwide gearing ratio. |
($1,450) |
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Limit tax deductions by multinational enterprises for the use of intellectual property when paid to a tax haven. |
($445) |
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Transparency and disclosure measures
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Not applicable |
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Electric Car Discount
Electric cars below the luxury car tax threshold will be exempt from import tariffs and fringe benefits tax. |
($388) |
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