Labor’s budget promises fairness – does it deliver?
May 12, 2026
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Episode 1913 · May 12, 2026
Labor’s budget promises fairness – does it deliver?
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<p>It was a budget framed around fairness for workers and for young people locked out of the housing market. </p> <p>Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ fifth budget restricts negative gearing – though not for anyone who was already doing it – while also promising to increase housing supply and deliver a $250 tax cut for workers. </p> <p>Chalmers wants the budget to be seen as ambitious – but is it? </p> <p>Today, press gallery journalist Karen Middleton, on what the Treasurer is promising - and whether it delivers. </p> <p> </p> <p>If you enjoy <em>7am</em>, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> Press gallery journalist, Karen Middleton</p> <p><strong>Photo: </strong>AAP Image/Lukas Coch</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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