The government faces tough budget choices, but creating a better, fairer Australia is about priorities
‘Anthony Albanese has a golden opportunity to put those with the least at the centre of his government’s agenda.’‘Anthony Albanese has a golden opportunity to put those with the least at the centre of his government’s agenda.’o one envies the challenges Anthony Albanese walked into when he was elected prime minister just over two months ago.
This is why the goal of lifting incomes must go beyond lifting wages – our income support system must be adequate to cover the cost of essentials, not least in a high-inflation environment.– who are already struggling to cover the basics – are switching off the hot water or heating to deal with the rising costs of food, fuel, and electricity. As much as helping those who can work get into meaningful work, we must look after those who can’t.
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