‘We don’t have enough money.’

That’s what governments always say this time of year. But the case is being made for the poorest and most disadvantaged among us to get more support in the upcoming budget.

But is it true? And if it is, are there ways to repair the budget that would leave enough money to help raise people out of poverty?

Today, economist and CEO of the Grattan Institute, Danielle Wood, on how we can afford to raise the rate, and more ways to fix the budget.




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Guest: Contributor to The Saturday Paper, Danielle Wood.

‘We don’t have enough money.’That’s what governments always say this time of year. But the case is being made for the poorest and most disadvantaged among us to get more support in the upcoming budget.But is it true? And if it is, are there ways to repair the budget that would leave enough money to help raise people out of poverty?Today, economist and CEO of the Grattan Institute, Danielle Wood, on how we can afford to raise the rate, and more ways to fix the budget. 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: Contributor to The Saturday Paper, Danielle Wood.

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