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Treasurer tempering expectations ahead of Tuesday's Budget

Published 5 May 2023, 8:43 am
The Treasurer Jim Chalmers says Tuesday's budget will provide cost of living support for the nation's most vulnerable but is tempering expectations. While the government is expecting a windfall from high commodity prices, Mr Chalmers has stressed the budget is under significant pressure.
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