What is the impact of the 2023 Budget on multicultural communities?

ANDREW GILES WOOLWORTHS REFUGEE PRESSER

“We understand Australians are under the pump right now. That’s why providing responsible, targeted relief is the number one priority in this Budget. Our $14.6 billion cost-of-living plan will: Provide help with power bills. Bring down out-of-pocket health costs. Support vulnerable Australians. Create more affordable housing." Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers on the 2023 Budget. Source: AAP / JONO SEARLE/AAPIMAGE

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We often talk about the budget in terms of winners and losers. So, how did Australia's multicultural communities fare?

Key Points
  • National Union of Students president Bailey Riley says she would have liked to see more.
  • With Australia's rental crisis disproportionately affecting women and Indigenous Australians, the Multicultural Centre for Women's chief executive Dr Adele Murdolo says it's an issue that urgently needs addressing.
  • From September this year, patients with chronic illnesses will be able to access cheaper medicines.
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10/05/202312:31
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