Treasurer Jim Chalmers is blaming an “unhinged scare campaign” for fueling some of the backlash to the government’s proposed crackdown on negative gearing, capital gains tax, and trusts. Chalmers has conceded Labor has taken a “political hit” after the latest Newspoll found a negative response to last Tuesday’s budget. Speaking to reporters in Queensland on Monday, Chalmers said the government was prepared to wear the short-term political cost in order to attempt to fix the “broken” status quo on housing and tax.
Neo-Nazi Group Challenges Hate Ban
A neo-Nazi group has challenged the government's hate speech ban by arguing that the law “operates as a doorway to tyranny.” The group contends that the legislation infringes on free speech and sets a dangerous precedent. The case is expected to be closely watched as it tests the limits of Australia's hate speech laws.
Visually Impaired Bowlers Compete at National Championships
Visually impaired bowlers from across the country have been representing their states at the Australian Blind Bowlers Association’s national championships at Club Tweed in northern New South Wales. The event showcases the skill and determination of athletes who navigate the sport with visual impairments, often with the assistance of guide dogs.
Coles Found Guilty of Misleading Discounts
Australian retailers are on notice after the federal court handed down a landmark judgment against Coles, which was found to have misled shoppers by promoting discounts that were not real. Guardian Australia’s business editor, Jonathan Barrett, explains why the court found Coles had misled consumers, what the ruling means for the retailer’s reputation, and whether it will lead to cheaper prices at the checkout.
Cate Blanchett on Gender Imbalance in Film
Speaking at the Cannes film festival, Australian actor Cate Blanchett lamented that the #MeToo movement “got killed very quickly” in Hollywood. She noted that on film sets, she still sees a significant gender imbalance, with 10 women to 75 men every morning. Blanchett emphasized the need for more diverse perspectives in the industry.
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