The controversial GST deal with the states is under review. There are better alternatives
- Written by Stephen Bartos, Professor of Economics, University of Canberra
Copyright 2025 Rio TintoTreasurer Jim Chalmers last week announced the Productivity Commission will review the 2018 deal that gave states a guaranteed minimum share of the goods and services tax (GST).
Within minutes, the Western Australian Treasurer Rita Saffioti responded with a promise to fight to keep WA’s “fair share” of the...
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