Treasurer Jim Chalmers was left mortified during a live television interview in Perth when he was called out by a member of the public for supposedly trespassing.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers was left mortified during a live television interview when he was interrupted by a member of the public who accused him of trespassing.
Mr Chalmers, although clearly distracted, proceeded to answer Barr’s question, saying it was"self-evident that the interest rates rises… are slowing our economy". The Treasurer is facing criticism for his comments the RBA is"shashing the economy" with its rate hikes. Picute: Martin Ollman/Getty Images.
"We anticipated a weaker economy in the budget and we’re dealing with now and so I take responsibility for my part of this."
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