Opened the debate
Chandler-Mather argued that multinational gas corporations such as Santos and Chevron paid zero royalties on a significant portion of exported gas despite generating billions in revenue. The member contrasted Australia's low tax collection with higher rates in Qatar and Norway, suggesting that increased royalties could raise substantial revenue for public services. Chandler-Mather contended that housing policies, including negative gearing and capital gains tax discounts, disproportionately benefit investors while rents surge and home prices become unaffordable for median earners. The member advocated for rent caps and increased public housing construction, citing successful models in Spain and France. Additionally, Chandler-Mather claimed that the government had reneged on agreements to impose fines on bankers after lobbying by the Australian Banking Association.