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
Veteran finance pundit Alan Kohler has made a bold claim for the next two years in Australia after the government announced Michele Bullock as the successor to RBA governor Philip Lowe. Ms Bullock was appointed RBA deputy governor in 2022, serving also as chief of the bank’s payment systems andContinue Reading
Reserve Bank of Australia veteran Michele Bullock was revealed on Friday as the federal government’s chosen successor to governor Philip Lowe. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Ms Bullock was “eminently qualified” for the top job amid an inflation crisis, which has led to interest rate rises and cost-of-living stress. TreasurerContinue Reading