Treasurer Jim Chalmers is facing criticism for remarks made in an interview about the cost-of-living crisis and painful pressures facing millions of Australians. Speaking with veteran political commentator Michelle Grattan for her podcast on The Conversation, Dr Chalmers implied those struggling will have to wait until next year for relief.Continue Reading

Renters across Australia are being hit by the lowest rental affordability in decades, with a “rapid deterioration” of prices in our major cities. Every city except for Hobart and Canberra has had affordability worsen according to National Shelter and SGS Economics’ latest Rental Affordability Index. Sydneysiders were the worst off,Continue Reading