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25 March 2025 HESTA has welcomed measures from tonight’s Federal Budget focused on improving outcomes for women and providing further cost-of-living relief, as well as progress of key reforms to pay super on Commonwealth paid parental leave and at the same time as wages. HESTA CEO Debby Blakey said that, while the Budget delivered … Continued
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The Federal Budget for 2025-26 is a mixed bag for rural, regional and remote Australia in terms of funding for healthcare. While certain aspects of the budget benefit rural populations, there is a lack of a targeted strategy to address the unique health challenges these communities face. The National Rural Health Alliance (NRHA) acknowledges the … Continued
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Budget 2025 – More care, less cost Tuesday 25 March 2025 Tonight’s Federal Budget has made it easier for Australian healthcare consumers to afford and access the healthcare they need, when they need it, says Consumers Health Forum of Australia CEO Dr Elizabeth Deveny. “For a long time now, what we have been hearing from … Continued
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25 March 2025 Australia’s peak accounting body, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), has welcomed the announcement of two new tax cuts for Australian taxpayers as part of cost-of-living measures in the Federal Government’s 2025-26 Budget, but continues to call for a meaningful discussion about the nation’s taxation system. “Australia relies heavily on … Continued
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THE HON RICHARD MARLES MP DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER MINISTER FOR DEFENCE THE HON PAT CONROY MP MINISTER FOR DEFENCE INDUSTRY AND CAPABILITY DELIVERY MINISTER FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND THE PACIFIC THE HON MATT KEOGH MP MINISTER FOR DEFENCE PERSONNEL MINISTER FOR VETERANS’ AFFAIRS MEDIA RELEASE 25 MARCH 2025 ALBANESE … Continued
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The Albanese Government’s Federal Budget has confirmed a significant boost to Victoria’s infrastructure pipeline, with major commitments to road and rail projects that will support the state’s growing population. Key infrastructure investments in the Budget include: $1.2 billion for suburban road upgrades in Melbourne’s north, western and southeast fringe to improve connectivity and safety. $7 … Continued
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Billions to gain if energy relief budget spend focuses on electrification Rewiring Australia broadly welcomes the government’s commitment to helping households tackle the cost-of-living crisis, but is urging for an investment in longer-term solutions. The not-for-profit has argued a multi-billion dollar spend to alleviate bills would generate higher returns if it was used … Continued
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The Health Services Union (HSU) has strongly endorsed the Albanese government’s record investments to strengthen Medicare in this year’s federal budget, while noting a missed opportunity to provide cost-of-living relief for disability support workers. Tuesday’s budget locked in a 12% increase in public hospital funding – a record increase of $33.9 billion in our public … Continued
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ACOSS CEO, Dr Cassandra Goldie said: “We always knew this was going to be an election budget. In the lead up, we have welcomed some important investments in essential services, including health, public education and early childhood education. “We’re astounded that the centrepiece of tonight’s budget is more dollars for everyone except those with the … Continued
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National housing campaign Everybody’s Home has acknowledged the federal government’s housing measures in tonight’s budget but warns they fail to tackle the scale of the crisis. With housing stress and homelessness deepening as sky-high rents continue to price Australians out, Everybody’s Home is urging all parties to deliver bold, ambitious commitments ahead of the … Continued
