Media releases
2023
Budget empowers local leaders to tackle disadvantage
The Albanese Labor Government will deliver the most meaningful and significant overhaul to the way Australia tackles entrenched disadvantage in our nation’s history – partnering with philanthropist
Budget boosts Australia's transformation to a renewables superpower
The Albanese Government’s second Budget will help to unlock Australia’s potential as a renewable energy superpower with significant investments in clean energy industries and jobs.
Boosting support payments to help with cost-of-living pressures
The Albanese Labor Government is increasing working‑age and student payments and Commonwealth Rent Assistance, as part of the Budget’s $14.6 billion cost‑of‑living package.
Hydrogen Headstart to power new jobs & industry
The Albanese Government’s second Budget is ensuring Australia can reach its potential as a renewable energy superpower, with $2 billion for a new Hydrogen Headstart program to scale up dev
Helping Australians save energy, save on energy bills
The Albanese Government is taking action to drive down household and business energy costs and make homes and businesses cheaper to run.
A responsible Budget in uncertain times
The 2023‑24 Budget continues the Albanese Government’s work to strengthen the nation’s finances while laying the foundations for a stronger, fairer and more resilient economy into the future.
Stronger foundations for a better future
The Albanese Government’s 2023‑24 Budget addresses the immediate challenges Australians are facing, better shares the opportunities in our society and builds a stronger and more secure economy.
Changes to the Petroleum Resource Rent Tax
The Albanese Government will introduce changes to the Petroleum Resource Rent Tax (PRRT) to deliver a fairer return to the Australian community from their natural resources.
Introducing payday super
The Albanese Government will require super to be paid on payday, a reform that will benefit the retirement incomes of millions of Australians.
Small Business Energy Incentive
Small business operators will be front and centre in next month’s Budget with a new tax incentive to help propel their energy transformation.
New figures confirm inflation has passed its peak
The latest ABS data confirms that inflation has passed its peak and is beginning to moderate.
New code of conduct to secure more gas at reasonable prices for Australians
The Albanese Government is today releasing for final consultation the mandatory code of conduct (Gas Code) to secure more gas at reasonable prices for Australian consumers.
Investor Roundtable aligns efforts to deliver cleaner, cheaper energy
Today the Albanese Government’s second Investor Roundtable was held in Brisbane – providing a platform for governments, investors, banks, global asset managers and superannuation funds to work toge
Reserve Bank Board appointments
The Albanese Government has appointed Dr Iain Ross AO and Ms Elana Rubin AM as part‑time members of the Reserve Bank Board, each for a five‑year term.
Review of the Reserve Bank of Australia
Today I am releasing the Review of the Reserve Bank of Australia, the first external review of our central bank and the operation of monetary policy in four decades.
Release of Economic Inclusion Advisory Committee report
The Albanese Government is today releasing the first report of the interim Economic Inclusion Advisory Committee.
G20 and IMF - World Bank Meetings in Washington DC
Today I will depart for the G20 Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting and IMF - World Bank 2023 Spring Meetings in Washington DC.
Government’s Annual Wage Review submission
The Albanese Labor Government has recommended the Fair Work Commission ensures the real wages of Australia’s low‑paid workers do not go backwards.
Government enshrines workers’ right to superannuation
The Albanese Labor Government is moving to protect more workers from underpayment of superannuation contributions.
Statement on the passing of former Treasurer the Hon. John Kerin AO
We mourn the passing of John Kerin and honour his vast contribution to our country.