COVID-19 Ushers in Era of Big Government Spending in Australia

COVID-19 Ushers in Era of Big Government Spending in Australia
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Treasurer Josh Frydenberg conducting interviews after Frydenberg delivered the 2021-22 Budget in the House of Representatives at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia on May 12, 2021. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas
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Australian Treasurer Josh Frydenberg announced a spending bonanza in Tuesday night’s budget speech, signalling a complete shift by the normally fiscally conservative Coalition government.

Frydenberg has defended the budget, which allocates billions across most sectors of society, manifesting in the form of tax breaks, job training programs, and boosting of critical services. It also precedes the next federal election, which is due between August and May next year.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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