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Media releases
2009
Action on Golden Handshakes
Today Treasurer, Wayne Swan, and Minister for Superannuation and Corporate Law, Senator Nick Sherry, announced reforms aimed at curbing excessive "golden handshakes" - or termination payments - p
Treasurer to Meet G20 Counterparts
This weekend I will be representing Australia at the meeting of G‑20 Finance Ministers in the United Kingdom, as well as meeting with key international bodies such as the IMF and World Bank, as par
National Accounts – December Quarter 2008
Today's National Accounts are a sobering reflection of the extremely difficult global environment in which Australia's economy is operating.
Balance of Payments - December Quarter 2008
Today's release of the Balance of Payments shows a further significant narrowing in the current account deficit (CAD) in the December quarter to $6.5 billion, representing 2.2 per cent of Septemb
Inaugural Winners of the Community Treasurers' Awards
Today I am delighted to announce the inaugural winners of the Westpac Community Treasurers' Awards. The awards were launched in July 2008.
Small Business and General Business Tax Break - Draft Legislation
Today I am releasing for public comment draft legislation and explanatory materials for the Small Business and General Business Tax Break announced as part of the Government's $42 billion Nat
Australian Business Investment Partnership Interim CEO Announced
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Ahmed Fahour as interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Australian Business Investment Partnership (ABIP).
Amendments to Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers Act
Today I am announcing that the Commonwealth Government will seek to amend the Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers Act 1975 (the Act).
Black Spots, Boom Gates, Regional Roads and Community Infrastructure
The Rudd Government today announced $890 million to support Australian jobs by improving community infrastructure and safety on the nation's roads.
20,000 Social and Defence Homes – Nation Building Investment
To support jobs and invest in the long term future of the Australian economy and the Australian community the Rudd Government will construct over 20,000 new homes.
Energy Efficient Homes – Ceiling Insulation in 2.7 Million Homes
To support jobs and set Australia up for a low carbon future the Rudd Government will install free ceiling insulation in around 2.7 million Australian homes.
Small Business and General Business Tax Break
To support jobs and Australian businesses – especially small businesses - the Government will fund an investment tax break for all Australian businesses.
Building the Education Revolution – New and Upgraded Building in Every Australian School
To boost jobs and invest in Australia's long term future the Rudd Government will build or upgrade buildings in every one of Australia's 9,540 schools.
$950 One-off Cash Bonus to Support Jobs
The Rudd Government today announced five key $950 one-off payments for low and middle income households and individuals.
Macroeconomic and Fiscal Outlook
The Rudd Government is acting decisively to strengthen growth and support Australian jobs in the face of the deepest global recession since World War II.
$42 Billion Nation Building and Jobs Plan
The Rudd Government today announced a $42 billion Nation Building and Jobs Plan to support jobs and invest in future long term economic growth.
IMF January 2009 World Economic Outlook Update
In its World Economic Outlook (WEO) update, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has drastically revised down its forecast for the global economy since the November 2008 WEO update and
December 2008 Consumer Price Index
Today's CPI result provides further evidence of the impact of the global recession and falling commodity prices on the Australian economy.
Building Australia's Future – A $4 Billion Australian Business Investment Partnership to Support Australian Jobs
To help support Australian jobs the Rudd Government will establish a $4 billion Australian Business Investment Partnership.
Address to The New York Investment Community, New York
Thank you.
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