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Reducing super tax cap to $2m 'a concern': FAAA

BY ELIZA BAVIN | FRIDAY, 9 MAY 2025 12:32PM

The FAAA has voiced concerns over the Labor government's proposed superannuation tax, saying if they are negotiating with the Greens, a reduction in the cap to $2 million would be problematic.

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