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Fraser Calls to Scrap Capital Gains Tax Discount

Former Reserve Bank of Australia governor Bernie Fraser has called for the abolition of the capital gains tax discount, warning younger Australians are watching the unaffordable housing market with dismay.

Former Reserve Bank of Australia governor Bernie Fraser has told a Senate committee hearing that he would scrap the capital gains tax discount if it were up to him. Fraser expressed concern that younger Australians are watching the unaffordable housing market with "dismay."

The former central bank governor made the comments during discussions on capital gains tax reform, highlighting the impact of tax policies on housing affordability for younger generations.