{
  "id": 11843873,
  "title": "Controversial post-COVID land tax to be rolled back",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/controversial-post-covid-land-tax-to-be-rolled-back",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-04T01:45:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Discovered",
    "slug": "discovered",
    "url": "https://camdencourier.com.au/story/9362173/controversial-post-covid-land-tax-to-be-rolled-back"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Motorcyclists in Victoria have been rallying against pothole-riddled roads, demanding the government prioritize road repairs. Opposition Leader Jess Wilson addressed thousands protesting \"Broken roads, Broken promises\" rally. Premier Ben Carroll acknowledged the concerns, emphasizing the need for comprehensive road fixes. The rally followed the tragic death of veteran motorcyclist Peter \"Tiki\" Mason, who hit a pothole in September. The government had previously promised to double pothole fixes by 2026 to 500,000, while the coalition pledged to add one million extra potholes over four years. Premier Carroll announced a new initiative to raise Victoria's land tax threshold, eliminating a post-COVID policy implemented by his predecessor, Daniel Andrews. The land tax threshold, lowered to $50,000 in 2023, would be raised by $25,000 annually for the next decade before reverting to the $300,000 level in 2033. Both major parties pledged to cut land taxes if elected, potentially saving over 250,000 Victorians up to $975 yearly. The tax change would cost the budget $230 million over five years, with the government planning to ease the impact by delaying road projects, consolidating the government car fleet, and cutting public service executive roles.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}