Australia Changes Tax and Housing Rules

Introduction

The Australian government has a new plan for 2026. They want to make houses cheaper and help young people.

Main Body

The government is changing taxes on houses. Now, people pay more tax when they sell a house for a profit. This helps more people buy their first home. The government is also changing the NDIS. This is a program for people with disabilities. It will now help fewer people to save money. They will use some money for a new program for children. Some people are angry about these changes. Other political groups say the government is wrong. The government says these changes are necessary for a fair future.

Conclusion

The government is spending more money and changing taxes. They want a fair country, but it is a difficult time.

Learning

💡 The 'People' Pattern

In this text, we see a pattern for talking about groups. To move to A2, you need to connect a person to an action.

How it works: Group \rightarrow Action \rightarrow Goal

Examples from the text:

  • The government \rightarrow is changing taxes \rightarrow to help young people.
  • People \rightarrow pay more tax \rightarrow when they sell a house.
  • Political groups \rightarrow say \rightarrow the government is wrong.

🛠️ Useful Words for your A2 Toolbox

WordSimple MeaningExample
NecessaryYou must do itThis change is necessary.
ProfitExtra money madeHe made a profit from the house.
FairRight for everyoneWe want a fair country.

⚠️ Watch Out!

The word 'Change' It can be a thing (a change) or an action (to change).

  • "The government is changing taxes." \rightarrow (Action)
  • "Some people are angry about these changes." \rightarrow (Thing)

Vocabulary Learning

help
to give assistance
Example:I help my friend with homework.
sell
to exchange something for money
Example:She sells flowers at the market.
buy
to pay for and obtain something
Example:He buys a new book every month.
home
the place where you live
Example:I am going home after work.
money
currency used to buy goods and services
Example:She saved money for a trip.
new
recently made, arrived, or discovered
Example:They bought a new car.
children
young people who are not yet adults
Example:The park is a favorite place for children.
angry
feeling strong displeasure or annoyance
Example:He was angry when the train was delayed.
political
relating to government or public affairs
Example:She studied political science in college.
wrong
not correct or suitable
Example:That answer is wrong.
fair
reasonable and just
Example:The judge made a fair decision.
future
the time that is yet to come
Example:He is planning for his future.
spending
the act of using money to buy things
Example:Her spending on clothes is high.
difficult
hard to do or understand
Example:This math problem is difficult.
time
a period during which events occur
Example:We need more time to finish the project.