MYSTERIOUS: 15 | Mind Blowing Facts

Federal budget shows 3.75pct jobless rate

The federal budget will forecast the unemployment rate falling to 3.75 per cent later this year, well below what was expected just a few months ago.

AAP · Mar 28, 2022

What if the 2022 federal election gives us a hung parliament, but those with the balance of power want Morrison gone?

Most commentators on the coming federal election probably see a hung parliament and a minority government as one possible outcome. There is already a crossbench of seven, with five independents plus Liberal defector Craig Kelly for the United Australia Party and Greens leader Adam Bandt.

The Conversation · Mar 27, 2022

Pre-election budget to ease cost of living

Tuesday night's federal budget is expected to include a cut to the fuel excise as well as assistance for more first home buyers.

AAP · Mar 27, 2022

Budget to provide practical household help

Economists expect a much-improved bottom line when Treasurer Josh Frydenberg hands down his fourth budget on Tuesday.

AAP · Mar 27, 2022

Josh Frydenberg hints at fuel excise cut, with budget expected to address cost of living

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg all but confirms motorists will be given relief at the petrol pump under a package of cost-of-living measures in Tuesday's federal budget.

ABC News · Mar 26, 2022

Budget to enjoy dividend of strong economy

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says Tuesday's budget will show a significant improvement in the bottom line as a result of a strong economy.

AAP · Mar 26, 2022

How regional Australians are grappling with everyday price hikes and the increased cost of living

From pensioners to families and single people, the increasing cost of living is reaching many parts of society, but how are regional Australians coping with seemingly endless price hikes?

ABC News · Mar 26, 2022

Budget to determine Frydenberg's future

Josh Frydenberg will hand down his fourth budget with an eye on the May election, which could leave him as either treasurer or leader of the opposition.

AAP · Mar 25, 2022

The power of one: Gina Cass-Gottlieb on becoming the first woman to lead the ACCC

The high-powered lawyer’s career was dominated by defending the big end of town. So what can Australians expect from her tenure as head of the consumer watchdog?

The Guardian - AU · Mar 25, 2022

Grattan on Friday: what comes after this grinding election campaign passes?

Political observers hang out for when the prime minister will announce the election date, marking the start of the “campaign”.

The Conversation · Mar 24, 2022