The ACCC has welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement of new work for the ACCC in scams, childcare, water trading and an extension of the ACCC’s gas inquiry role. “We look forward to delivering on these new responsibilities, as well as our ongoing work to promote competition and fairer markets for consumers and small businesses,” ACCC…
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The Save Sorry Business Coalition has welcomed the Federal Government’s initial $7.2 million Budget allocation for the Youpla Funeral Benefits Program. This interim scheme will help a small percentage of First Nations families affected by the collapse of Youpla to conduct the important cultural practice of Sorry Business. This initial commitment is a first step…
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Council on the Ageing (COTA) Australia, the peak body for older Australians, welcomes the Albanese Government’s first Budget. “This is a budget that has kept its promises to older Australians and gone further in some areas,” said COTA Australia Chief Executive, Ian Yates. “Looking at the Budget as a whole, the Government’s focus on reducing…
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Energy Consumers Australia said the expected rises in electricity and gas prices over the next two years contained in today’s Budget, means there must be a critical national conversation on how governments will help people control their energy use and bring bills down. CEO Lynne Gallagher said the strategy needs to make sure there is…
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