Labor leader Bill Shorten says the party is open to changes to a proposed “death tax,” but is not considering changes to capital gains tax (CGT). Shorten makes the comments during an Inside Politics podcast with The Age, the Sydney Morning Herald and the Brisbane Times. He acknowledges criticism from opponents, describing it as “noise,” and says Labor believes it can win the long-term argument. Across the reports, the outlets present the same core message: Labor’s position could shift regarding how a “death tax” policy is designed, while CGT remains a fixed point. The articles do not specify the details of what changes Labor might make to the “death tax,” nor do they outline what aspects of CGT would be unaffected. The reports also do not provide additional information about timing, parliamentary prospects, or alternative policy proposals. Overall, the coverage focuses on Shorten’s indication that Labor is willing to adjust one part of its tax agenda in response to public and political criticism, while keeping its stance on CGT.