Tonight’s budget promises relief for Australia’s single parents, who will receive extra income support until their youngest child turns 14.

It’s a reversal of a controversial decision made by the Gillard government. 

So does this signal a broader attempt to address the standard of living for the most vulnerable Australians? Or, is it a rare bit of relief in an otherwise tough budget?

Today, Finance Minister and Minister for Women Katy Gallagher on how her own time on the single parent payment shaped her views and what the government is doing about the housing crisis. 




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Guest: Minister for Finance, Katy Gallagher.

Host: Scott Mitchell.

Tonight’s budget promises relief for Australia’s single parents, who will receive extra income support until their youngest child turns 14.It’s a reversal of a controversial decision made by the Gillard government. So does this signal a broader attempt to address the standard of living for the most vulnerable Australians? Or, is it a rare bit of relief in an otherwise tough budget?Today, Finance Minister and Minister for Women Katy Gallagher on how her own time on the single parent payment shaped her views and what the government is doing about the housing crisis.  Socials: Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/7ampodcast">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a>Guest: Minister for Finance, Katy Gallagher.Host: Scott Mitchell.

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