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The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times
Jasper Lindell

A surplus glints in the distance as Barr outlines his economic blueprint

Chief Minister Andrew Barr steps into his annual budget press conference. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong

Things often look prettiest when they're on the horizon. The glint of a magnificent skyline. A superb sunset. A budget surplus and real wages growth.

Always just out of reach until you properly arrive.

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