Tuesday, 2 May 2023

 Renee HEATH (Eastern Victoria) (14:11): (118) My question is for the Treasurer. The question I ask is: will the Treasurer commit to imposing no new property taxes on my constituents? Many of my constituents have expressed their frustration at the rising cost of getting into their own homes. Victorians are now the most highly taxed people in Australia. It is getting harder and harder to get into your own home as the cost of living soars. Labor has Victorians in a financial chokehold, and it is time for them to release their grip. Last weekend the Herald Sun reported that the Labor government is pushing ahead with plans for yet another new property tax on top of the 44 taxes that have been introduced or increased since 2014. This government should do more to help people get into their own homes rather than slapping Victorians with higher taxes that will only increase the need for social housing or affordable housing.