Australia news live: Jim Chalmers admits losing ‘political paint’ over tax reform; NSW quake near goldmine
Treasurer says carve-outs to capital gains tax discount came after ‘getting the consultation right’. Follow today’s news live • Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast There were two small earthquakes in New South Wales this morning, according to Geoscience Australia. A 3.4 magnitude quake hit near Orange around 5.45am this morning, with at least 108 people reporting they felt the shakes. And a 3.2 magnitude temblor hit near Wilcannia two hours earlier. Just two people repo…