Ahead of Australia's federal budget we visit the marginal Victorian seat of Corangamite - where the Liberal Party holds the balance of power
The beachfront town of Torquay on Victoria's Surf Coast is the birthplace of iconic brands Quicksilver and Rip Curl.
“I think it is a little bit unfair that they should penalise them because most self-funded retirees are not wealthy."On the high street, retiree Judy Vagg is catching up with a friend. He's a swing voter and wants help for his sons' small businesses in the budget. Job opportunities for his grandchildren matter to him, as well as quality care for the elderly.
Senior Australians packed Torquay's sports pavilion when parliament's franking credits inquiry rolled into town on 20 March, all wanting their say.Jim Nicola is one resident unhappy with the proposals, considering them"extremely unfair".
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