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Sydney Morning Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
Australia news LIVE: Tax overhaul calls ahead of economic reform roundtable; Trump and Putin prepare to meet in Alaska
Latest posts Latest posts 7.02am 16 per cent of all six-year old boys on NDIS, new figures show By Natassia Chrysanthos Fresh data from the latest quarterly report from the National Disability Insurance Agency shows more than one in ten children between the ages of five to seven now rely on the National Disability Insurance Scheme. The figures also disclose that about 80,000 people joined the NDIS in the last 12 months, bringing the total number of Australians relying on the scheme to 740,000 people. The data is further proof that the scheme remains a lifeline for struggling children, with families seeking its support for their children's developmental delays. The scheme costs grew by 10.8 per cent last financial year and is still one of the budget's biggest pressures. Its rising cost is set to come into focus at next week's economic roundtable. 6.48am Teal MP calls for new income tax system ahead of economic roundtable By Shane Wright, Paul Sakkal and Emily Kaine Independent MP Allegra Spender has called for an overhaul of the income tax system in a plan she says aims to end 'intergenerational inequity' in the tax system. The plan would shift the weight of personal income tax from younger working people onto older people, aiming to reward people who work for a wage rather than sink money into property. The Coalition warned it would pull its support from next week's economic roundtable if the government raised taxes. Loading Tax is expected to be the most contentious item on the roundtable's agenda, with business groups already pushing back on a proposal from the Productivity Commission for a deep cut in the corporate rate for firms. Speaking on ABC's News Breakfast this morning, Spender said she was aiming to 'tilt the balance back to young people'. 'What we can do... is increase their access to their own money through not taxing them as much on their income and paying for that by reducing some of the concessions on wealth,' she said. 'We should be trying to reduce as much as we can that burden on younger people... we can't have a system that continues to focus its tax through increasing the burden on income tax and just through bracket creep.' 6.29am Welcome By Emily Kaine Good morning and welcome to the national news blog from the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. My name's Emily Kaine, and I'll be leading our coverage through the morning. It's Friday, August 15. Here's what's making news this morning.
The Age
5 days ago
- Business
- The Age
Australia news LIVE: Tax overhaul calls ahead of economic reform roundtable; Trump and Putin prepare to meet in Alaska
Latest posts Latest posts 7.02am 16 per cent of all six-year old boys on NDIS, new figures show By Natassia Chrysanthos Fresh data from the latest quarterly report from the National Disability Insurance Agency shows more than one in ten children between the ages of five to seven now rely on the National Disability Insurance Scheme. The figures also disclose that about 80,000 people joined the NDIS in the last 12 months, bringing the total number of Australians relying on the scheme to 740,000 people. The data is further proof that the scheme remains a lifeline for struggling children, with families seeking its support for their children's developmental delays. The scheme costs grew by 10.8 per cent last financial year and is still one of the budget's biggest pressures. Its rising cost is set to come into focus at next week's economic roundtable. 6.48am Teal MP calls for new income tax system ahead of economic roundtable By Shane Wright, Paul Sakkal and Emily Kaine Independent MP Allegra Spender has called for an overhaul of the income tax system in a plan she says aims to end 'intergenerational inequity' in the tax system. The plan would shift the weight of personal income tax from younger working people onto older people, aiming to reward people who work for a wage rather than sink money into property. The Coalition warned it would pull its support from next week's economic roundtable if the government raised taxes. Loading Tax is expected to be the most contentious item on the roundtable's agenda, with business groups already pushing back on a proposal from the Productivity Commission for a deep cut in the corporate rate for firms. Speaking on ABC's News Breakfast this morning, Spender said she was aiming to 'tilt the balance back to young people'. 'What we can do... is increase their access to their own money through not taxing them as much on their income and paying for that by reducing some of the concessions on wealth,' she said. 'We should be trying to reduce as much as we can that burden on younger people... we can't have a system that continues to focus its tax through increasing the burden on income tax and just through bracket creep.' 6.29am Welcome By Emily Kaine Good morning and welcome to the national news blog from the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. My name's Emily Kaine, and I'll be leading our coverage through the morning. It's Friday, August 15. Here's what's making news this morning.
Cision Canada
07-05-2025
- Health
- Cision Canada
DSAT HOSTS TORONTO'S 13TH ANNUAL BUDDY WALK®
TORONTO, May 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Down Syndrome Association of Toronto ("DSAT"), a registered Canadian charity, will host Toronto's 13 th Annual Buddy Walk® on Saturday, May 10 th, 2025 in an effort to raise awareness for Toronto's Down syndrome community. This much-anticipated annual event is a 3 km walk alongside Woodbine Beach boardwalk located at Coxwell Avenue and Lake Shore Boulevard East, followed by a celebration with food prizes and a fun social gathering with special host Jennifer Valentyne. Guest speakers include Emily Kaine from Element Fleet Management Corp. and Dylan Harman from DSAT. The event kicks off at 10:00 AM EST, with the walk commencing at 11:00 AM EST. Proud sponsors supporting this year's event include: "At Element, we are proud to be the lead sponsor of the DSAT Buddy Walk, a celebration of inclusion and empowerment that resonates deeply with our commitment to equity and accessibility. As a Purpose-driven, Values-led organization, we are proud to partner with an organization that advances opportunity for all, inspiring progress and connection every step of the way." - Candace Allixendir, Vice President Corporate Communications and Community Investment About the Buddy Walk ® Developed by the National Down Syndrome Association (NDSS) in 1995, the Buddy Walk® promotes awareness and inclusion for people with Down syndrome. It also aims to raise funds for education, research, advocacy and community-based programs. The Buddy Walk® is the world's most widely recognized public awareness program for the Down syndrome community. About DSAT DSAT is a non-profit registered charitable organization established in 1987, consisting of passionate volunteer parents, siblings, friends and citizens who are devoted to improving the potential of people with Down syndrome. DSAT is a proud leader for raising awareness, equality and opportunity for people with Down syndrome. To register, please visit All attendees are encouraged to register online and sign the waiver.
