❓ Opposition Leader Barnett accuses the Labor government of freezing taxes and charges at record high levels after a $400 million tax increase. Premier Gallop refutes this, claiming a real reduction in household fees and charges.
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I have a supplementary question. After increasing taxes by $400 million, is it not the case that the Government is simply freezing taxes and charges at record high levels for Western Australians? Dr G.I. GALLOP
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There has been a real reduction in household fees and charges under the Labor Government.
Dr G.I. GALLOP replied: There has been a real reduction in household fees and charges under the Labor Government.
There has been a real reduction in household fees and charges under the Labor Government.
Dr G.I. GALLOP replied: There has been a real reduction in household fees and charges under the Labor Government.
There has been a real reduction in household fees and charges under the Labor Government.
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