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Jim Chalmers lays out agenda for pursuit of 'values-based capitalism'

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has laid out an economic blueprint for pursuing “values-based capitalism”, involving public-private co-investment and collaboration and the renovation of key economic institutions and markets.

The Conversation · Jan 27, 2023

Treasurer Jim Chalmers furious former PwC partner leaked confidential government briefings

Jim Chalmers says there was a breach of trust when a former partner at consulting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers leaked confidential government briefings to the firm's staff and partners.

ABC News · Jan 25, 2023

Afternoon Update: Inflation may have peaked at 7.8%; new PM in NZ; and South Australians eating endangered flake

Economists say the RBA will likely continue to hike rates in the short term despite inflation reaching peak

The Guardian - AU · Jan 25, 2023

Recession fears if interest rates hiked

Deloitte Access Economics warns Australia could fall into a recession if the central bank lifts interest rates again, with households already hurting.

AAP · Jan 22, 2023

Canberra to work closely with new NZ PM

Australia and New Zealand will continue to build on their relationship once new Kiwi prime minister Chris Hipkins is officially sworn in.

AAP · Jan 21, 2023

Treasurer hopes worst of inflation is over

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has flagged further cost-of-living relief for Australian households struggling to cope with soaring prices.

AAP · Jan 21, 2023

Australia is banking on China’s economy to take off but headwinds are looming

The Albanese government is wary of Chinese economic volatility amid a slumping property sector and shrinking population

The Guardian - AU · Jan 21, 2023

Power price spike to be less than expected

Treasury forecasts indicate wholesale electricity prices won't rise as high as earlier predicted after the government imposed a gas price cap.

AAP · Jan 20, 2023

Australians to save $230 on electricity bills next financial year as wholesale prices fall

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the saving is a sign the government’s plan to cap prices is ‘starting to make a difference’.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 20, 2023

Calls for JobSeeker rise in May budget

Pressure is growing on the government to lift income support payments for job seekers in the May budget as living costs soar.

AAP · Jan 17, 2023