For those wondering if the PRRT would be revised up due to the oil prices: it was – but only compared to the MYEFO figures. It’s actually worse than a year ago. And get this – the gap between beer excise and the PRRT is getting bigger.
Tue 12 May 2026 20.10 AEST
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For those wondering if the PRRT would be revised up due to the oil prices: it was – but only compared to the MYEFO figures.
It’s actually worse than a year ago.
And get this – the gap between beer excise and the PRRT is. getting. bigger.
So I hope the Government is ready for even more anger from voters calling for them to tax the gas.
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