‘It’s downright weird’: Deep flaw with budget
The government’s newly announced tax cuts are already being called too small. But that’s not the weirdest thing about them.
Federal Budget
‘Absurd’ tax break Aussies are sick of
This year, taxpayers will foot a $49 billion bill to support largely wealthy Aussies – an “absurd” expense that makes ordinary people’s lives tougher.
Budget winners and losers revealed
From a promise to slash HECS debt to a surprise tax cut for all working Aussies. Here’s how Labor’s pre-election budget pitch will affect you.
Why SA is the forgotten state in this pre-election budget
The Whyalla rescue was always going to soak up a chunk of SA’s pre-election budget but spending for the rest of the state is looking strikingly sparse, writes Paul Starick. Here’s why.
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‘Ugly politics’: ABC host slams Dutton
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Why more Aussies are turning off heaters
Despite the federal government’s $300 electricity bill relief for Aussie households, more than 50 per cent of the population are expected to ditch their heaters this winter.
Federal Labor has less fiscal discipline than Mayor Quimby
Labor’s economic policy has about as much foundation as the town of Springfield building a new monorail, writes Matt Canavan.
Dutton to lay out pre-election pitch
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is bracing for an early election, and will lay out his vision for the country in a speech on Thursday night.
Dutton to lay out pre-election pitch
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is bracing for an early election, and will lay out his vision for the country in a speech on Thursday night.
Chalmers digs in despite warning bells
Despite a chorus of economists sharing concerns with the budget, the Treasurer is adamant his plan won’t make the cost of living crisis worse.
‘Misses the mark’: Aged care budget fail as medicine discount scrapped
Aged care and health groups have slammed the Albanese government for putting major reforms on the “back burner” in the federal budget.
You get something, and you get something… Jim ticks all the boxes
With an eye to the next election, Jim Chalmers delivered a budget with something for virtually every demographic, writes Paul Williams.
‘We’re all losers’: Aussies rage on budget
Thousands of Australians have bagged out the Labor Government for its latest federal budget. See their thoughts and have your say.
‘Right now’: Chalmers defends promise
In an attempt to neutralise criticism over a key Labor policy, the Treasurer said households needed immediate support.
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