Why a cheaper childcare scheme won’t work
There’s one gigantic snag to Labor’s budget promise to make childcare more affordable – there’s a desperate shortage they can’t avoid, argues Julie Cross.
Federal Budget 2022
Follow the latest updates on the Federal Budget in 2022.
How bikies, mafia and Asian triads will be smashed
Organised crime figures have been put on notice with a big boost in the federal budget to catch the organised crime crooks. This is how it will work.
Budget bonanza: $10,000 a year to become a teacher
From childcare to university, the budget aimed to boost investment across the education sector. But one group missed out on the spending spree.
Defence to get $1b to hire new recruits
The Australian Defence Force will get $1 billion in the federal Budget to attract young recruits amid China’s threatening regional stability. This is how it will work.
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Explained: ‘Dirty little secret’ about fuel excise cut
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Why Australia needs a ‘ShagKeeper’ payment
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What the Budget means: Calculate your tax break
How much will you get out of this year’s budget? Use our interactive guide to see how much extra you’ll have in your pocket.
Federal Budget winners and losers revealed
The Morrison government has unveiled its pre-election budget. Here’s who has come out on top, and who’s missed out.
Solar revolution happening ‘despite government’
Climate groups have slammed the government for backing fossil fuels in the budget, as a new study revealed how quickly Aussies are turning to solar power.
Hospital waiting list crisis ‘could cost PM election’
The lack of spending on Medicare and hospitals is a disaster for patients already suffering, a health chief has warned.
$648m mental health boost, NDIS costs set to explode
Suicide prevention services and mental health support for kids form a key part of the federal budget. Meanwhile, the cost of the NDIS is set to balloon despite spending being slashed.
$1bn boost for mobile black spots, broadband services
Mobile phone black spots and sluggish broadband speeds are targets in billion-dollar spending package — but experts are calling for an even bigger upgrade.
How Budget affects SA: More money in your pocket
Petrol prices will be cut and money pumped into the pockets of low-and-middle income South Aussie earners in a big-spending election-eve Federal Budget. See the six key takeaways.
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