context: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-04/…/106306738

In short:

Labor is considering options for a tax policy aimed at bridging the intergenerational housing divide ahead of the May budget. A government source said capital gains tax changes had not been ruled out and form part of discussions.

What’s next?

A Senate committee was formed in November to consider capital gains tax arrangements and will report later this year.