Negative gearing, capital gains tax and family trusts are all facing a big shake-up in the name of intergenerational fairness. How will it all work?
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The treasurer, Jim Chalmers, says Tuesday’s federal budget includes “the most significant tax reform package in more than a quarter of a century”.








