Question Time AU

Take Note Debate

Gas Industry: Taxation

Senate · Tuesday 23 June 2026

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At a glance

Senators from the Australian Greens debated the government's refusal to implement a gas export tax. They argued that the government prioritised multinational corporations over public revenue and cited inconsistencies in the minister's reasoning regarding global stability. The senators contended that existing policies failed to generate necessary funds for housing and energy costs. The motion was agreed to by the Senate.

Outcome

The question was agreed to.

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How the debate unfolded

Opened the debate

Steph Hodgins-May (VIC) (Australian Greens) Greens

Hodgins-May moved the motion to take note of the minister's answer regarding gas export taxation. Hodgins-May argued that the government was allowing multinational corporations to retain billions in revenue while claiming to act in the public interest. Hodgins-May stated that the gas reservation policy would not generate any additional revenue for housing or cost-of-living relief. Hodgins-May contended that the government consistently delayed action on fair returns from gas resources.