Labor Budget changes defended by Mark Butler as Jane Hume labels reforms a ‘balls up’ (opens original article in a new tab)

Labor's housing and tax reforms passed Senate with potential for further changes, as opposition criticizes the process and vows to repeal them if elected.

• Labor secured Senate approval for housing and tax reforms but may make further changes
• Mark Butler defended reforms, stating tax packages typically require refinement during parliamentary processes
• Jane Hume criticized the reforms as a 'balls up' due to multiple changes and concessions
• Coalition plans to repeal reforms if elected, promising lower and simpler taxes