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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 1d

Our better targeted super tax concessions will help pay for a super boost for 1.3m low income workers in industries like hospitality and retail. Thanks to The Paddo for having Madonna Jarrett and me talk about @australianlabor.bsky.social’s efforts to make the super system fairer from top to bottom.

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 1d

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 1d

We're making the super system fairer from top to bottom.

Our reforms to the low-income superannuation tax offset will help deliver a more secure retirement for more than a million Australians, mainly young people and women.

#auspol #AusEcon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 5d

What better way to spend the end of a long parliamentary week than in our local community speaking with the amazing new nursing students at Loganlea TAFE about the @australianlabor.bsky.social’s fee-free TAFE and paid prac, which is making it easier for them to get the qualifications they need.

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 6d

@australianlabor.bsky.social is making sure your superannuation is paid, and paid on time.

Proud to introduce new legislation into Parliament today so you get your super when you get your salary.

Here’s what it means for the average worker 👇

#auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 8d

Cheaper medicines and stronger Medicare - this is what your @australianlabor.bsky.social Government is all about. 💊

#auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 12d

Exciting news!

The Parkinson pool is getting a fun new upgrade. The Albanese Labor government is delivering a water play park.

Thanks Councillor Emily Kim for helping to make this happen for families in our local community.

#auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 14d

We’re making it easier for you to buy your first home.

From today, first home buyers will only need a 5% deposit.

#auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 14d

Today is an important day for aged care workers receiving their fourth pay rise funded by our Labor Government.

They’re wonderful people doing such important work, and we’re proud to back them in because they deserve every cent of the better pay we are delivering for them.

#auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 16d

The Labor Government has delivered the largest nominal improvement in the Budget in a single Parliamentary term.In dollar terms, we’ve made more progress on the Budget in three years than any government in history.
#auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 16d

Today the Finance Minister and I have released the Final Budget Outcome for 2024-25 which shows that we’ve delivered the biggest ever three-year turnaround in the Budget.

Here are three reasons why it matters to you 👇

#auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 18d

That’s how much Australians have saved on mortgage interest costs since the end of last year because of falling interest rates.

We’ve made a lot of progress together on inflation. That’s putting more money back in mortgage holders’ pockets.
#auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 21d

From today, Australians with student debt will see up to $50 a fortnight extra in their take-home pay.
Labor is slashing student debt to ease pressure on young people and we're making repayments fairer to help with the cost of living. #auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 21d

Today’s figures show the substantial and sustained progress we’ve made together on underlying inflation.  Headline inflation has been at or below three per cent for more than a year and underlying inflation has now been within the RBA’s target range for nine months in a row. #auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 24d

Your @australianlabor.bsky.social Government is making medicines cheaper on the PBS to help with the cost of living.

#auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 27d

The Albanese Government has just released a clear and credible Net Zero Plan to help Australia grasp the jobs and opportunities of the global energy transformation.Experts at the Treasury Department have modelled what a pathway to net zero could look like for our economy over the next 25 years.

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 28d

Low carbon liquid fuels are a big economic opportunity for Australia.

From the farm to the refinery, Labor’s new grants will help attract more private investment, build a new Australian industry, and create more jobs and opportunities for workers and businesses around the country.

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · 29d

More cost-of-living relief will roll out to millions of Australians from this month.

From Saturday, more than 5 million Australians including pensioners, single parents, carers and Rent Assistance recipients will get more support through the regular indexation of their payments. #auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · Sep 11

New figures show the transformation under way in Australia’s economy with investment in intellectual property including artificial intelligence reaching $17.8b in the June quarter. AI poses an incredible opportunity for the country, and that’s why we’re seeing so much interest and investment here.

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · Sep 8

To find out how big your tax cuts will be, use the tax cuts calculator below.

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · Sep 8

Twelve years has passed since this photo was taken, but I am just as proud to work with you and for you in the Parliament now as I was back then. We live in the best community in the best country and it’s a real privilege to serve as your local member and as the Treasurer. Thanks for your support.

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · Sep 4

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Welcomed my friend and New Zealand counterpart, Nicola Willis back to Canberra this week. Australia and NZ share more than a neighbourhood – we share a future. Strong growth, higher productivity and deeper ties across the ditch will keep our people and economies moving forward together.

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · Aug 21

The speaking list from 29 hours of chairing our Economic Reform Roundtable this week, with a big thank you to everyone who took part, made submissions and contributed ideas. The best progress in our economy is the progress we make together. #auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · Aug 20

We're putting a more productive economy at the core of our Government's second term agenda, building on all the progress we've made together on inflation, employment and real wages.

It's all about how we lift living standards and create more opportunities for more Australians.

#auspol #ausecon

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Jim Chalmers @jimchalmers.bsky.social · Aug 19

While Australia's economy sets us apart with falling interest rates, growing wages, and low unemployment, we are not satisfied.

We have 3 clear objectives: boost long-term productivity to improve living standards, build our nation's resilience, and continue the work of sustainable budget repair.

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