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  • OPINION

    Properly taxing discretionary trusts has highlighted another problem the Government needs to solve

    Who can you donate to, and then receive a tax deduction for that donation? There should be a simple answer to this question, but the Government’s consultation on its minimum tax on discretionary trusts has highlighted that Australia’s regulation of tax-deductible donations is in shambles.

    Democracy & Accountability
    Properly taxing discretionary trusts has highlighted another problem the Government needs to solve
  • OPINION

    The absurd tax laws holding Australian charities back

    What do preparing for climate disasters, preventing cruelty to animals, and building social connection have in common? Charities engaged in these activities are often locked out of receiving tax deductible donations and philanthropy.

    Society & Inequality
    The absurd tax laws holding Australian charities back