CANBERRA, ACT, June 19 -- The Treasurer of Australia issued the following transcript:
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Subjects: Budget, small business CGT concession turnover thresholds, fuel excise
James Glenday:
After a bigger than expected budget backlash, the federal government has changed course unveiling carve‑outs for small businesses and start‑ups that will see them pay less tax. The Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, has been on a media blitz already to try to sell the changes, and he joins us bright and early from the New South Wales Central Coast. Jim, welcome back to our program.
Jim Chalmers:
Thanks very much, James.
Glenday:
Now, you're claiming that this post‑Budget consultation period was always planned and carve‑outs were always...