Show Notes
This week, we take a look at Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's incorrect claim about a $6 million grant to his local golf club – which has become another instance of the government fumbling potentially trivial political issues. Plus, tensions between the Liberal and National parties, and mounting pressure on treasurer Jim Chalmers to tackle Australia's economic challenges – notably persistent inflation, rising interest rates, and a looming mid-year budget update.
Further reading: The stink, the septic system and the $6m question: Inside Albanese’s Marrickville mess Cracks emerge in reunited Coalition over trade deal and AI Who would want to be Jim Chalmers right now?
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