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The Albanese government and the opposition both want to turn back the clock on the Australian tax system. Source link

Helium is used in health care and to make microchips and semiconductors, but the Middle East war has affected supply. Some think it is an opportunity for Australia’s gas industry. Source link

The government says the changes are aimed at levelling the playing field for young buyers bidding against property investors, while the opposition is pledging to undo the reforms, citing their potential to raise rents. Source link

Amid disruption from the Iran war, China has banned exports of sulphuric acid, a crucial component used to treat drinking water, refine petroleum and make batteries, clothing and phosphate fertilisers. Source link

A standard power plug for charging your home from an EV is among the measures proposed to improve energy standards for rental properties.   Source link

The federal government has announced nearly $40 million to fund an overhaul of aviation consumer rights. Source link

The ABC’s managing director says the public broadcaster’s biggest challenge is “stopping things” as he seeks to grow audiences on new platforms without increasing staff. Source link

The ASX200 finished the week lower, and oil headed for a weekly gain as the reopening of the critical Strait of Hormuz waterway and end to the war in the Middle East remain in doubt. Source link

Energy Australia says the proposed 1.4-gigawatt gas-fired power plant would be critical to the energy transition by supplying reliable back-up power, but analysts have flagged supply and economic issues. Source link

The federal budget includes a new 30 per cent minimum tax on discretionary trusts. Experts say it is not just the ultra-wealthy that will be hit. Source link