Australia news live: Hume says opposition would resist any CGT increase; high-profile Liberal quits party saying there are ‘other ways I can support women’

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Royce KurmelovsFebruary 14, 2026 at 11:51 PM
Australia news live: Hume says opposition would resist any CGT increase; high-profile Liberal quits party saying there are ‘other ways I can support women’

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Australian news reports that Liberal politician Jane Hume stated the opposition would resist any capital gains tax increase. Meanwhile, Angus Taylor declined to comment on the new shadow frontbench. In other news, Charlotte Mortlock, a former Coalition staffer and leader of Hilma's Network, resigned from the Liberal party following Sussan Ley's ousting. Mortlock stated she believes there are now other avenues for her to support women and Australia. Additionally, there is discussion of resetting immigration policy to lower numbers and raise standards for those entering the country, emphasizing shared beliefs and respect for the rule of law.

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liberal party 90% charlotte mortlock 80% hilma's network 70% angus taylor 70% immigration 70% support women 60% sussan ley 60% australia 60% rule of law 50% democracy 50%

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