The Albanese government had hoped to spend this week – and last week – selling the budget. It’s been a struggle.
The budget was two days old and already fading when Peter Dutton stole the thunder by using his address-in-reply to advocate a cut in immigration.
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Phillip Coorey is the political editor based in Canberra. He is a two-time winner of the Paul Lyneham award for press gallery excellence. Connect with Phillip on Facebook and Twitter. Email Phillip at pcoorey@afr.com
