澳大利亚的税收创下了创纪录的1万亿美元,但过时的联邦结构尽管呼吁改革,却阻碍进步。 Australia’s tax revenue hits a record $1 trillion, but outdated federal structure hinders progress despite calls for reform.

澳洲政府将首次收取超过1万亿美元的税收和费用, Australia’s governments are set to collect over $1 trillion in taxes and fees for the first time, a record high funding essential services. 尽管如此,许多领导人和专家说,1901年的联邦制度已经过时,导致低效率、各州监管不一致以及经济增长停滞。 Despite this, many leaders and experts say the 1901 federal system is outdated, contributing to inefficiencies, inconsistent regulations across states, and stagnant economic growth. 批评者,包括财务主任吉姆·查尔默斯,认为支离破碎的结构是取得进展的障碍,理由是责任重叠、当选官员过多和浪费开支。 Critics, including Treasurer Jim Chalmers, call the fragmented structure a barrier to progress, citing overlapping responsibilities, excessive elected officials, and wasted spending. 要求联邦改革的呼声日益增多,其目的是实现施政现代化,改善住房、卫生和国家生产力方面的成果。 Growing calls for federation reform aim to modernize governance and improve outcomes in housing, health, and national productivity.