Ahead of MYEFO this week, e61 Institute CEO Michael Brennan and Senior Research Manager Matt Nolan are available for comment and interviews.
They can discuss:
Australia's fiscal position
Australia’s tax and expenditure settings
Ongoing fiscal pressures on the budget
The growth of the care economy
The productivity challenge
To arrange an interview: Charlie Moore 0452 606 171
Charlie Moore: 0452 606 171
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