Emissions by OECD countries > Check the facts
The Treasurer Joe Hockey has described as “absolutely ridiculous” the idea that Australia is the highest greenhouse gas emitter in the OECD per capita. Amongst OECD countries, Australia is the highest emitter of greenhouse gases per capita. 
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Australia is one of the lowest-taxing countries in the developed world. While it is sometimes suggested that Australian governments spend too much, the reality is that Australia raises very little tax revenue compared to similar countries. Insofar as Australian governments have a problem balancing revenue and spending, that problem lies in the level of revenue
Australia is a low-tax country
Australia is one of the lowest-taxing countries in the developed world. Australia raises very little tax revenue compared to similar countries.