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Critics of Labor’s tax changes claim rents could climb by up to 30%. Here’s why they probably won’t

The Guardian Australia - Australian Politics · 20 August 2026 at 1:00 am

Critics of Labor’s tax changes claim rents could climb by up to 30%. Here’s why they probably won’t

Property experts at National Australia Bank and Ray White say their analysis has been misunderstood.

So how high will rents really rise? Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Headlines claim rents in Australia will surge thanks to Labor’s property tax reforms.

Is there any proof? Critics have claimed property investors have no choice but to hike rents by 30% but the experts say their analysis has been misused.

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Critics of Labor’s tax changes claim rents could climb by up to 30%. Here’s why they probably won’t

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