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Australia's controversial 'backpacker tax' has been ruled unlawful

The controversial 'backpacker tax' has been struck down by the Federal Court, which could force the government to collectively repay some travellers hundreds of millions of dollars.

The controversial 'backpacker tax' has been struck down by the Federal Court

The controversial 'backpacker tax' has been struck down by the Federal Court Source: AAP

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By Evan Young

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