What is the definition of "income" given in Australia's income tax legislation?

Question

A quote from the actual legislation please, and a reference for where it is given.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

Anything that makes you money.

Answer 4

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assessable income has the meaning given by sections 6-5, 6-10, 6-15, 17-10 and 17-30 Income Tax Assessment Act 1997.

To have a closer look at these sections, go to http://law.ato.gov.au

The problem is, the definition of "income" is linked to caselaw too...