Labor members want to tax gas giants. The government doesn't have to listen.

Two proposals worth billions are on the table at this week's Labor conference, but even if members vote yes, nothing has to change.

Jul 22, 2026

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The Labor Party conference happens every three years.

This week, members are pushing to strip diesel rebates from the 18 biggest miners and slap a 25% tax on gas exports.

Will it actually happen? Hard to say.

Watch the National Account’s Archie Milligan below:

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