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Podcast: The Numbers Game
Episode: Raising GST in Australia and Why it Would Work
Description: Should Australia raise the GST and lower income tax? Today, we dive into one of the most controversial tax reform ideas, exploring how increasing GST while cutting income tax could simplify the system, boost business, and create a fairer economy. We compare Australia’s tax system to other countries, discuss capital gains tax, corporate tax loopholes, and economic impacts, and break down why no politician is willing to touch this topic. Is it time for a change? Let’s debate!(00:00) Intro(0:40) Should We Raise GST? The Big Debate Begins(04:01) Higher GST, Lower Income Tax – Would It Wor...