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flag Australia’s property and fossil fuel industries oppose tax changes aimed at boosting fairness for younger generations.

flag Australia’s fossil fuel and property sectors are preparing to oppose proposed tax reforms ahead of the May budget, as Treasury considers reducing the capital gains discount for property investors and raising taxes on gas exporters to improve fairness for younger Australians. flag The measures have gained support from crossbench lawmakers but face strong resistance from industry leaders, including Business Council of Australia CEO Bran Black, who opposes increasing the petroleum resource rent tax (PRRT), even if paired with business tax cuts. flag The debate highlights growing tension between fiscal equity goals and powerful economic interests.

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