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Ministers clash as changes to capital gains tax split public opinion

Australia's government faces divided public opinion on capital gains tax changes, with a survey showing 36 percent support and 36 percent opposition. Housing Minister Clare O'Neil defended the budget measures Wednesday, saying politicians must do "the right thing" not the popular thing. Liberal Senator Michaelia Cash called them "toxic taxes" that break election promises and stifle business.

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