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Labor announces election pledge to cut state debt

A state government has announced a plan to cut public debt by $11 billion over the next 10 years in a pitch to voters ahead of March's NSW election.

AAP · Oct 15

State vows duty shield against controversial trust tax

A state government has weighed into a controversial proposed tax tweak, pledging businesses won't cop a financial hit from their federal teammates' move.

AAP · Oct 15

State backs gas as Labor leaders split on grid funding

One state is preparing to support a gas peaking plant to shore up the renewable grid, as its government pledges fiscal restraint ahead of an upcoming vote.

AAP · Oct 13

State keeps top-tier credit rating despite massive debt

Australia's most populous state is the only one with a coveted Triple-A credit rating from a major agency, despite reaching similar debt levels to Victoria.

AAP · Sep 9

'I've signed body parts': Albanese steadfast on GST

The prime minister has no intention of ending a deal costing federal taxpayers more than $6 billion a year to stuff the coffers of the wealthy WA government.

AAP · Aug 24

Australian regional leader to visit India; trade, investment ties in focus

New South Wales Premier Chris Minns will lead an official delegation to New Delhi and Mumbai from August 31 to September 3 to deepen trade, investment, education and cultural ties with India. The visit will focus on sectors including clean energy, critical minerals, technology, tourism, agri-food and advanced industries.

The Economic Times · Aug 16

Electric car tax looms for one state unless PM steps in

One state is prepared to charge ahead with a tax on electric vehicle drivers unless the federal government introduces a national scheme.

AAP · Jul 31

Renewables heat up post-budget stoush over One Nation

Clean energy has proven to be an economic boon for Australia's largest economy, but it is tearing conservatives as they try to catch up with One Nation.

AAP · Jun 23

Funding for DV services to tackle 'abominable' issue

Advocates of family violence prevention are grateful for a cash injection provided by a state budget, but stress it must continue for the system to stay afloat.

AAP · Jun 23

Budget offers toll relief but lacks meaningful change

The NSW government's latest toll relief package has been broadly welcomed, but falls short of what was once touted as a taking back of Sydney's roads.

AAP · Jun 23