‘No benefit’: Tax cuts for the rich slammed
Wealthy Aussies will have their pockets lined even further under the new Budget, while those out of work have been left out in the cold.
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Detail that should ‘concern’ all Aussies
Reactions to the Budget are coming thick and fast, with one peak body highlighting the key detail that should “concern” all Australians.
How much you’ll get back in tax cuts
More than 11 million Australians will get a tax cut this year – and it’ll be backdated, meaning your tax-home pay will increase within weeks.
‘Use it or lose it’: Treasurer’s cash catch
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has pledged billions for infrastructure projects in each state – but the cash comes with one harsh condition.
Tax cuts for millions ‘within weeks’
More than 11 million Australians will get tax cuts as part of the Budget, with the money to be in pay packets by the end of the month.
‘It was dishonest’: Sales’ tough question
Leigh Sales had Treasurer Josh Frydenberg fumbling over his words as she pointed out a “dishonest and cynical” claim from his government.
COVID is ‘greatest challenge of our time’
The devastating effects of the coronavirus pandemic have been laid bare as the Treasurer hands down a Budget designed to pull Australia back into shape.
Read Josh Frydenberg’s full budget speech
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has handed down the 2020 Federal budget, revealing tax cuts and spending on jobs and infrastructure.
Massive mullet boast that’s backfired
Josh Frydenberg used to crack a joke about his infamous mullet as a way of attacking Labor. Tonight, the Treasurer isn’t laughing.
Surprise $1080 tax bonus by Christmas
Australian workers will get about $30-a-week extra in their pockets as part of the Federal Government’s budget to be revealed today.
Aussies to get bonus $500 handout
Welfare recipients will soon score a surprise gift from the government, with two $250 payments hitting bank accounts within months.
Big problem with this Budget graph
The government says Australia will dig its way out of a record $214 billion budget hole – but it’s basing that prediction on a huge assumption.
COVID is ‘greatest challenge of our time’
The devastating effects of the coronavirus pandemic have been laid bare as the Treasurer hands down a Budget designed to pull Australia back into shape.
Treasurer drops major Budget hint
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has dropped a major hint ahead of tonight’s Budget, revealing the top priority outlined in the economic plan.
Aussies to get ‘instant’ tax cuts
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg is planning to backdate personal income tax cuts in Tuesday night’s budget, ensuring workers have more money in their pockets.
Cruel Budget blow for 1.6m Aussies
The future of Australia’s JobSeeker lifeline remains uncertain despite growing concerns it will drop to just $40 a day within months.
Treasurer pledges tax cuts ‘right now’
Josh Frydenberg says Australians won’t have to wait for “instant” income tax cuts in the budget, but has defended relief for the rich.
Budget win for first home buyers
First home buyers are set to win in this year’s budget with an expansion to a loan scheme and personal income tax cuts to be announced.
Kids on antidepressants over lockdown
Children as young as 12 are being prescribed antidepressants as the toll of the coronavirus lockdown impacts the young and the old.
Dire decision could smash the economy
More pain for workers and businesses is on the horizon due to a premature call by the government, a leading economist has warned.
Double dip danger could spell disaster
Australia has clawed its way out of recession in the last quarter, but all that progress could be ruined with a single wrong step by the Treasurer.
PM ‘deeply concerned’ over lockdown
Prime Minister Scott Morrison welcomed today’s announcement from Victoria’s Premier – but made it plain he thinks the state should go further.
Treasurer reveals eye-watering figure
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has casually revealed the biggest deficit in Australian history, showing the true cost of the pandemic.
Brutal attack on ‘stumbling bumbling’ MP
In the latest move in an increasingly tense war of words between Queensland and the federal government, Josh Frydenberg has slammed Deputy Premier Steven Miles as a “nobody”.
First home buyers win in credit shake up
First home buyers could be the big winners under plans to make it easier for Aussies to secure loans, with a credit shake up to “let it rip” on borrowing.
Treasurer’s huge budget ‘mistake’ looms
Economists have warned Josh Frydenberg’s plan could leave Australia vulnerable to a “double dip” recession that would make us all worse off.
Big changes to save small businesses
Thousands of small businesses on the brink of collapse due to the COVID-19 pandemic will be thrown a lifeline under new reforms to insolvency laws.
Keating blasted for ‘nasty attack’
A stoush has erupted between Treasurer Josh Frydenberg and former prime minister Paul Keating over the performance of the Reserve Bank.
Why JobKeeper will be axed
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg is preparing to axe the JobKeeper scheme in March as part of the government’s shift in focus.
‘Lost for words’: Photo stuns Treasurer
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg was stunned to silence this morning after a serious TV interview about Australia’s unemployment figures took a turn.
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