The authors of this paper argue that a levy on international student fees that supported a redistributive function would be a radical policy step, and go far beyond those effective specific-purpose levies already in operation in Australia. It raises several issues that would need to be carefully considered, as it would likely need to collect...

This Victorian government policy document focuses on five key areas to tackle housing supply and affordability in Victoria, and aims to deliver 80,000 new homes each year across the state.

The Fire Services Property Levy rate will be reduced on residential properties across the state as part of an overhaul that will make the charge simpler and more consistent - and reflect the establishment of Fire Rescue Victoria. Initiative: Freeze the Fire Services Property Levy (FSPL) collection levels

The Minister for Local Government has exercised his new powers under the Local Government Amendment (COVID-19 Response) Act 2020. Initiative: Residential ratepayers suffering financial hardship will not be charged interest on overdue rates

Regulations have been made under section 747B of the Local Government Act 1993 to temporarily modify the application of the Act in response to the COVID‑19 pandemic. Initiative: Allow councils to delay first quarterly rates notice for 2020/21