Coalition opposes housing tax reforms | Morning News Bulletin 13 May 2026

The Opposition says it won't support the housing tax reforms outlined in the federal budget; UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer refuses to quit, despite mounting party pressure; Australian Kaden Groves… [...]

Live updates: Federal budget — Opposition 'dead against' property tax reforms, as Chalmers defends 'contentious' changes

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has announced major tax reforms that he said will target intergenerational inequity. [...]

As his China trip begins, Trump insists he doesn't need Xi's help on Iran

Trump is set to meet Chinese president Xi Jinping for high-stakes talks on Friday and Saturday. [...]

Why the budget might not 'shift the dial' on home ownership

The government says its housing tax reforms will help first home buyers — but some are doubtful. [...]

Treasurer flags 'fairer' budget as business groups criticise tax reforms

The Federal Budget has been handed down, including major tax changes that have been welcomed by unions, social services groups, and renters groups. Industry groups have raised concerns, saying the… [...]

Disability, multicultural and Indigenous leaders share mixed views on 2026 budget

The federal budget for 2026 has been announced with a mixed response from different community groups. In the disability, multicultural and Indigenous sectors leaders have shared their views about this… [...]

Treasurer cites 'hard road of reform' as he reveals 2026 federal budget

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has delivered his 2026 budget, which he says takes what he's called the 'hard road of reform'. At the heart of the budget are housing tax changes,… [...]

Treasurer reveals changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing | 12 May 2026

The Treasurer reveals changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing, an income tax offset is announced, to help with cost of living pressures and inflation forecast to peak at… [...]

2026-27 federal budget migration numbers: What's changing and who's affected

The budget has confirmed the number of permanent migrants to be allowed into Australia. [...]

Your five-minute guide to the budget: Key changes Australians should know

The key measures, major announcements and biggest takeaways from the federal budget — explained simply. [...]

Who are the winners and losers of the 2026 federal budget?

Small business owners, first home buyers, migrants and travellers are just some of the Australians impacted by the 2026-27 federal budget. [...]

Where your tax money goes: Breaking down the federal budget as $100

It's a huge budget — we've broken it down into a simple $100 snapshot to show where every dollar goes. [...]