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EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 5 MIN

CGT changes occurred with 'little consultation' tech sector says

from Radio National Breakfast · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Start-up founders are calling on the federal government to rethink ending the 50% capital gains tax discount - over fears it will cripple the sector.The newly proposed inflation indexation model - announced in the federal budget last week - has been called the most punitive tax treatment on start-up equity in the western world by some in the sector.Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the government will consult on the changes.GUEST: Sam Maher, CEO and Principal Adviser at GovTech Australia

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