Rex Widerstrom

Minister Chris Penk has told a parliamentary committee that the views of the Trump administration were ‘interesting’ but would not determine NZ policy.

‘I’ve been told the brain drain is happening right now, as has happened for quite a few years,’ said Sun Wanning.

The Real Estate Institute of Australia says the government’s planned capital gains tax and negative gearing changes will make housing less affordable, not more.

The South Australian Tourism Commission said more support is needed to help agricultural businesses realise tourism opportunities and invest in them.

Hillel Newman said Israeli authorities may cooperate with an AFP investigation, but the IDF ‘don’t have to prove they didn’t rape.’

The IPA and CPA Australia said the reforms were poorly drafted and would impose significant compliance costs on businesses.

The Tech Council of Australia warns the country already falls behind the US, Singapore, and Canada on CGT rates.

While publishers globally struggle to sell subscriptions, Australians are more willing to pay for online news content.

The housing sector has warned that Labor’s tax reforms would increase the tax burden on property businesses, affecting consumers and reducing housing supply.

The Business Council of Australia says the country already falls behind in terms of investment competitiveness.