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Australia's Gas Firms Fight 25% Export Tax Proposal

4/22/2026

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  • Gas companies in Australia are launching a multimillion-dollar campaign to oppose a proposed 25% export tax on gas.
  • Shell Australia and other companies are spending about $1 million to counter claims they underpay taxes.
  • Chevron defends its tax contributions.
  • Greens Senator Steph Hodgins-May argues for reform, citing gas contributions and fair taxation.
  • The inquiry into gas taxation continues, with a report expected on May 7.