The Australian Government is facing renewed calls to increase the GST, but hand taxpayers a hefty rebate set to shield low-income earners.

The new proposal, put forward by teal independent MP Kate Chaney and economist Richard Holden, would raise the GST from 10 percent to 15 percent.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this change would leave Australia's lowest earners better off than under the current system.

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The Australian Government is facing renewed calls to increase the GST, but hand taxpayers a hefty rebate set to shield low-income earners.
The new proposal, put forward by teal independent MP Kate Chaney and economist Richard Holden, would raise the GST from 10 percent to 15 percent.
Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this change would leave Australia's lowest earners better off than under the current system.
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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the growing calls to raise Australia's GST

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According to a new PBS poll public support for Donald Trump is in decline as more than half of US citizens oppose the war in Iran. 

Dan Mitchinson spoke to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the questions arising surrounding the progression of the war, including the possibility of robot soldiers and security risks at the Oscars. 

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According to a new PBS poll public support for Donald Trump is in decline as more than half of US citizens oppose the war in Iran.&nbsp;
Dan Mitchinson spoke to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the questions arising surrounding the progression of the war, including the possibility of robot soldiers and security risks at the Oscars.&nbsp;
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Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on Trump's 'falling' public support amidst Iran conflict

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The Select Committee report on the Government's proposed Greyhound Racing ban has come back, with the committee saying they want the bill passed. 

But, ACT has some concerns surrounding the impact to the livelihood of a 'lawfully acting industry'.

ACT MP Cameron Luxton sat on the Select Committee, and joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the party's proposed changes. 

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The Select Committee report on the Government's proposed Greyhound Racing ban has come back, with the committee saying they want the bill passed.&nbsp;
But, ACT has some concerns surrounding the impact to the livelihood of a 'lawfully acting industry'.
ACT MP Cameron Luxton sat on the Select Committee, and joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the party's proposed changes.&nbsp;
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Cameron Luxton: ACT MP on proposed changes to Greyhound Racing ban

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The UK Prime Minister was warned of the risk of appointing Lord Mandelson as US ambassador, given his ties with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Documents released by the UK Government include advice warning Sir Keir Starmer the relationship continued after Epstein's conviction.

UK correspondent Enda Brady says this will create extra political pressure for Starmer, especially following the recent local elections. 

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The UK Prime Minister was warned of the risk of appointing Lord Mandelson as US ambassador, given his ties with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Documents released by the UK Government include advice warning Sir Keir Starmer the relationship continued after Epstein's conviction.
UK correspondent Enda Brady says this will create extra political pressure for Starmer, especially following the recent local elections.&nbsp;
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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the UK Government releasing files related to Lord Mandelson's appointment

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the growing calls to raise Australia's GST

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