Goods & Service Tax (GST) 19 October 2026
Tim Wilson Rejects GST Hike Amid Cost‑of‑Living Pressures
Shadow Treasurer Tim Wilson publicly dismissed recent calls to raise the Goods and Services Tax, arguing that the country is already grappling with high living costs and that a GST hike would add undue pressure on households.
Key points
- Tim Wilson, shadow treasurer, rejected calls to raise the GST, saying it would worsen the cost‑of‑living squeeze.
- He emphasized that the government should prioritize immediate relief for households over tax changes.
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