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Media releases
2009
Government Receives the Australia's Future Tax System Review
Today I received the report of the Australia's Future Tax System review team.
New R&D Tax Credit - Exposure Draft Legislation
The Rudd Government today released draft legislation for the new R&D Tax Credit — the biggest reform to business innovation policy in over a decade.
National Accounts - September Quarter 2009
Today's National Accounts show that the Australian economy continued to grow in the September quarter against a backdrop of still challenging global conditions.
2008-09 Annual National Accounts and the Australian Government Fiscal Aggregates
Today's release of the 2008-09 Annual National Accounts provides further evidence that the Australian economy has outperformed other advanced economies during the global recession.
Shadow Finance Minister Needs to Commit to Responsible Financial Management
The new Shadow Finance Minister should today commit to the Rudd Government's strict fiscal rules on spending, tax and savings.
Balance Of Payments - September Quarter 2009
Today's Balance of Payments figures show the continuing effects of the global recession, with record falls in export prices over the past year impacting heavily on the Australian economy.
Treasurer Directs the AOFM to Invest in up to a Further $8 Billion in RMBS
Today I have directed the Australian Office of Financial Management (AOFM) to invest up to a further $8 billion in Australian residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) to support competition
Treasurer Calls for 2010-11 Budget Submissions
Today I invite Australians families, individuals, business and community groups to submit their ideas and priorities for the 2010-11 Budget.
OECD Economic Outlook – November 2009
The OECD Economic Outlook released today provides further evidence that Australia is outperforming the rest of the advanced world, with stronger growth, lower debt and lower deficits tha
Treasurer to Attend APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting
Today I will attend the 16th APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting in Singapore to discuss how APEC can advance the G20 agenda of strong, sustainable and balanced growth, in particular by boosting pro
Joint Statement
H.E. Sri Mulyani Indrawati and the Hon. Wayne Swan MP held a bilateral meeting on 10 November 2009 during Treasurer Swan's official visit to Indonesia.
Treasurer to Attend G20 Finance Ministers And Central Bank Governors Meeting
This weekend I will attend the G20 Finance Ministers' and Central Bank Governors' Meeting in St Andrews, Scotland to continue our efforts towards a global economic recovery, while dealing with k
Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook 2009-10
The 2009-10 Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) released today forecasts lower unemployment, higher growth, lower deficits and lower debt than expected at Budget, and underscores Austra
Australian Centre for Renewable Energy up and Running
Treasurer Wayne Swan and the Minister for Resources and Energy Martin Ferguson today launched the Australian Centre for Renewable Energy (ACRE) at the North Queensland Renewables Business Roundtabl
September 2009 Consumer Price Index
Today's Consumer Price Index (CPI) result shows a continued broad based easing in inflation, reflecting an economy that is still being impacted by the global recession.
Nomination of Australian Executive Director to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Today I am announcing that the Australian Government has nominated Dr John Eyers to the role of Executive Director to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).
Brisbane Housing project delivers jobs and affordable homes
Treasurer Wayne Swan and Federal Minister for Housing Tanya Plibersek today joined the Brisbane Housing Company to celebrate its landmark project at Newstead in Brisbane.
Further Support for Competition in the Mortgage Market
Today I announce an extension to the Government's investment in Australian residential mortgage‑backed securities (RMBS) to further support competition in Australia's mortgage market.
IMF World Economic Outlook October 2009
In its latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) the IMF notes that strong policy actions by governments have stabilised the global economy and are supporting a tentative recovery, but clearly
Government Welcomes Productivity Commission's Draft Report on Executive Remuneration
The Government welcomes the release today of the Productivity Commission's discussion draft of its report Executive Remuneration in Australia.