Plan to cut tax breaks on property
The government is planning to rein in capital gains tax concessions for property investors as it acts to fill a budget hole and seize the initiative on housing affordability.
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The rich tapestry of corporate life was on display on Wednesday as profit reporting season moved into high gear.
Budget looms as major policy reset
The May budget is shaping as a major policy reset point for the Turnbull government.
Surprise IR plan to scrap award reviews
The government is seeking Labor's support on IR to scrap award reviews and boost powers to investigate Fair Work members.
CEOs turn from China to Trump's US
CEOs are shifting their gaze away from China's slowing economy to refocus on the US in the hope of riding the 'Trump bump'.
A King's legacy trimmed by $2b at Origin
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The mining industry is concerned the government is looking for changes to the PRRT as the need to fill a yawning budget hole intensifies.
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Lower than expected wind power and the failure of thermal generators to stop a shortfall in supply lead to last week's SA black-out.
China coal curbs could return
China is considering reinstating coal output restrictions to avoid the return of a glut after easing limits during winter.
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