Jim Chalmers 2022

Peter Fegan:

The Albanese Government has tasked the Productivity Commission with a review into the mental health and suicide prevention system to deliver better mental health care and support for Australians.

Peter Stefanovic:

Three of the ‘big 4’ banks now expect a rate cut next month when the Reserve Bank meets after softer than expected inflation data yesterday that continues an ongoing downward trend.

Joining us live is the Treasurer, Jim Chalmers. Treasurer, thank you for your time this morning. Is the case for a rate cut now compelling?

Bridget Brennan:

Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers joins us now from Brisbane. Good morning to you, Treasurer. We’ll get to the inflation figures released yesterday in a moment, but first can we just get your reaction to this alleged antisemitic attack overnight in Maroubra where graffiti has been sprayed on a school?

Jim Chalmers:

I want to pay tribute to my friend Stephen Jones, who has announced today that he will not be contesting the next election.

I’ve had the privilege of working with Stephen in the Treasury portfolio for almost six years; nearly half of that time as Ministers in the Albanese Labor Government.

Stephen has big ideas, makes big contributions and is a terrific colleague.

Natalie Barr:

Well, returning to our top story now. And Sydney has narrowly avoided a potential mass casualty event. That’s what they’re calling it after a police discovered that caravan laden with explosives in the city’s north‑west. Also inside, a note with the addresses of key Jewish targets across Sydney.

Sarah Ferguson:

Treasurer, welcome to 730.

Jim Chalmers:

Thanks very much, Sarah.

Ferguson:

Have you done everything you can now to convince the Reserve Bank to start cutting interest rates?

Chalmers:

Karl Stefanovic:

Treasurer, good morning to you, thanks for your time this morning.

You said earlier this month the government is playing a role in stamping out antisemitism. Does this look stamped out to you?

Jim Chalmers:

Sabra Lane:

Dr Chalmers, welcome to AM.

Jim Chalmers:

Thanks very much, Sabra.

Lane:

Jim Chalmers: