Tony Anamourlis
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Nazism: A deadly disease that must be eradicated
After the disgraceful march of neo-Nazis, last week, it is important to make clear that Nazism is not politics. It is not ideology. It is a cancer. Like every cancer, …
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What would Keating have done? The Placido Domingo of economics and the capitalism–socialism divide
Few arguments in political economy are as perennial as the dispute over what is best for modern society – socialism or capitalism. The question is as old as the birth …
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Beyond rhetoric: Why Australia’s Tax Reform Summit must be more than consensus theatre
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will open his long-awaited economic reform roundtable on Tuesday, following weeks of build-up. Over three days in Canberra, key figures including former Treasury secretary Ken Henry, ACCC …
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Commonwealth’s crypto tax trap: Division 296 hits ordinary Australians, not the rich
A time bomb is quietly ticking away inside the Commonwealth Government’s Division 296 tax regime. It has nothing to do with waterfront property, luxury goods, art or high-frequency trading. It’s …
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Super shock: Division 296 breaks the tax rules on unrealised gains
From all appearances Division 296 looks like a surgical strike on a small group of high-net-worth Australians with superannuation balances over $3 million. However, once you strip away the Treasury …
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From tributes to tax returns: The 5,000-year story behind our tax system
Taxation has shaped civilisation from ancient Mesopotamia to modern Australia. Understanding its long history sheds light on why our system is so complex — and why it still matters today. …
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Victoria’s Greek-like home budget: Discipline over enthusiasms
The 2025–26 Victorian State Budget handed down on Tuesday by Treasurer Jaclyn Symes, won’t set the headlines on fire, yet says something subtly powerful – this is a government choosing …
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Can Victoria’s debt deliver on its promise?
Victoria’s state debt is rising, with forecasts suggesting it will reach approximately $188.8 billion by 2027. For many—particularly political and economic commentators who favour smaller government and demand-side economic restraint—this …
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Dutton’s great miscalculation: How Albanese won the centre, and the Liberals lost the nation
The 2025 federal election delivered not just a win to Labor, but a defining moment in modern Australian politics. Anthony Albanese secured a second term with an increased majority—something no …
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Greece’s growth story masks a deeper crisis: The unfinished battle for jobs and inclusion
Since 2021, Greece’s economy has outpaced the eurozone average. Government support helped households and businesses weather high inflation, while public debt dropped sharply. A rapid digital transformation has been central …