Treasury modelling shows how WA's GST bonanza will hurt Tasmania's public services

Adam Holmes
Updated December 5 2021 - 6:18pm, first published 6:00pm
Under each scenario modelled by Tasmania Treasury, changes to GST distributions from 2027 will see Western Australia benefit hugely at the expense of every other state. Image: Tasmania Treasury
Under each scenario modelled by Tasmania Treasury, changes to GST distributions from 2027 will see Western Australia benefit hugely at the expense of every other state. Image: Tasmania Treasury

Tasmania's Department of Treasury has argued that the Commonwealth used "flawed" modelling that simply portrayed a "best case" when it passed changes to GST distribution that will see Western Australia hugely benefit at the expense of all others.

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Adam Holmes

Adam Holmes

Journalist at The Examiner and Advocate, Tasmania

From Adelaide to south-west Victoria, Bendigo to Tasmania, I've provided in-depth stories in politics, environmental affairs, issues facing disadvantaged communities, legal affairs and much more. Contact me at adam.holmes@examiner.com.au or on Twitter at @adamholmes010

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