The federal budget is headed for a small $1.1 billion deficit this financial year, according to the update released by Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher on Wednesday morning. This is an improvement of $12.8 billion compared to the deficit forecast in the May budget. It suggests the final figure for the financial […]
the state of the economy, the Indigenous ‘Voice’ and whether the first parliamentary week saw better standards
University of Canberra Professorial Fellow Michelle Grattan discusses the week in politics with University of Canberra Associate Professor Caroline Fisher. This week saw parliament meet for the first time since the election. Michelle and Caroline talk about Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ sombre report on the economy, and the early flurry of legislation. They also examine whether […]
Should Australia close its border to Bali in the fight against foot and mouth disease?
University of Canberra Professorial Fellow Michelle Grattan and University of Canberra Vice-Chancellor Paddy Nixon discuss the week in politics. With the new parliament starting next Tuesday, they talk about the prospects for the Greens’ push to secure a toughening of the government’s climate bill. They also canvass the coming grim news when Treasurer Jim Chalmers […]
Government to spend $11.3 billion over four years to fund 15% pay rise for aged care workers
Tuesday’s budget will include $11.3 billion over four years to fund the 15% pay rise aged care workers will receive from July 1. The rise was awarded by the Fair Work Commission. Labor committed at last year’s election to fully fund a rise in pay for this sector. Given acute staff shortages, it is hoped […]
Phil Honeywood on the challenges of getting international students back
COVID-19 has meant international students have been unable to arrive in Australia to commence their studies, devastating one of our most profitable sectors. We’re joined in this podcast by Phil Honeywood, CEO of the International Education Association of Australia to talk about the impact of the pandemic on universities, students, and the economy – and […]