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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 13, 1950

Page

2

Budget reform proposals aim to simplify taxation for all

The proposal would streamline the tax system by consolidating reliefs and removing complex calculations. It envisions a single, transparent method for determining taxable income, with simplified rates and printed liability figures on assessment notices. It also seeks to extend allowances for dependents, pensions, and medical expenses while raising the age for certain benefits.

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Wool industry taxation debate outlines inflation pressures

The speech discusses expanding welfare and tax measures including life pension concessions and medical funds, funding shifts to a National Warfare Fun, and proposals to tax increased wool profits to curb inflation. It mentions a £29 million loan fund and changes to revenue provisions for 1961-98.

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Tax changes expand sales tax with higher rates on luxury goods

The bill outlines higher sales tax on luxury and other goods while exemptions apply to food staples and tractor use. Motor cars face a rate rise from 8 1 9 to 10 percent, with other vehicle related items staying in the French rate. Government expects substantial revenue, while exemptions aim to remove competitive anomalies. War pensions allocations and planning funds are also listed for the 1960 81 period.

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Expenditure Shifts Highlight Defense and Treasury Increases

Parliament reviews 1960/ BI budget shifts with Treasury up by £7,500 and Defense Services leaping to £133,989,000 from £41,740,651. Labour and Supply departments see late votes, while Defence Works costs total £93,105,729. Members of the House and Senators receive fixed stipends.

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Australia Budget Proposes Higher Overseas Embassy Costs

The Department of the Budget allocates 41 280 000 this year with overseas embassy upkeep rising by 300 000. The Australian Embassy in the United States gets 1 138 000 versus 190 046 spent last year, while Russia’s embassy is set at 102 000. Also noted are costs for a Premiers Conference, Prime Minister's UK and America trip at 64 500, and a United Nations representation budget of 161 000. Administrative costs total 808 000 for 1950.

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National Bank Declares 3 Percent Dividend in Sydney

The National Bank of Australia declares a final dividend of 3 percent on all issued shares for the year. The book close begins at noon on November 21 and continues until the close of business on November 26.

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A rare family event at Leaes and Civil Aviation

A rare family gathering at Leaes and Civil Aviation brought together relatives and aviation staff, highlighting communal ties and shared history in the industry. The event showcased memorabilia and stories from early aviation days, drawing former pilots and engineers to reconnect.

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