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Jim Chalmers 2022
The Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP
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New figures confirm inflation has passed its peak
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The latest ABS data confirms that inflation has passed its peak and is beginning to moderate.
These new numbers show annual inflation peaked last December but it will still remain higher than we’d like for longer than we’d like.
New code of conduct to secure more gas at reasonable prices for Australians
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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
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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 together to boost investment in cheaper, cleaner, more reliable energy and help achieve net zero emissions.
Interview with Sarah Ferguson, 7.30, ABC
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SARAH FERGUSON:
Treasurer, welcome to 7.30.
JIM CHALMERS:
Thanks, Sarah.
FERGUSON:
Reserve Bank Board appointments
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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. Dr Ross will commence on 7 May 2023 and Ms Rubin on 31 August 2023.
Review of the Reserve Bank of Australia
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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.
The Albanese Government agrees in‑principle with all the Review’s recommendations and will now work with the RBA, the parliament and other stakeholders to implement them.