Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns of budget deficits for the next three years: Explainer 19 Dec

Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers speaks  during a Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook media conference (AAP)

Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers speaks during a Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook media conference (AAP) Source: AAP / LUKAS COCH

After recording two years of budget surplus, the Labor government says it expects a small deficit in the 2024-25 financial year, according to the government's mid-year budget update. Treasurer Jim Chalmers also warns Australia will continue to face a budget deficit in the next three years. Listen to SBS Sinhala explainer for more information.


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ඕස්ට්‍රේලියාවේ ඔබට ගැලපෙන බැංකු ගිණුමක් තෝරා ගන්නේ කෙසේද?: Australia Explained

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18/12/202409:45

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