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The Opposition leader sees the expansion of the APS as a waste when resources could be spent on the nation’s Defence priorities instead.

Jim Chalmers says people are at the heart of the big vision of the 2024-25 federal budget. The treasurer aspires to achieve a new generation of growth and prosperity that allows citizens to enjoy the way Australia’s economy and society are changing.

A whopping $734.5 billion has been budgeted for general government sector spend in next financial year, according to the tome dedicated to agency resourcing.

A former head of Treasury has rebuked the state of Australia’s tax system, saying Australia’s future prosperity is at risk.

Tim Pallas said that as an avowed policy wonk, he is obsessed with Early Intervention Investment Framework and the benefits it offers.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers spruiks “fourth economy” in a Future Made in Australia speech ahead of federal Budget 2024.

Women in Economics Network chair Angela Jackson speaks about the tumultuous economic, geopolitical and social climate the federal Budget must address.

Three economists have outlined some of the tough national conversations to be had about how to make Australian society more inclusive.