Cash Handouts Not Included in Cost of Living Package

The government is exploring alternative options to address households’ financial challenges.

A customer looks at the price of limes at a fruit stand in the central business district in Sydney, Australia, on Aug. 16, 2022. Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images

Financially stressed Australians could soon receive more support for living costs as the government explores additional assistance.

However, support may not be in the form of cash handouts, as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese worries it might worsen inflation.