Mike speaks with political columnist and former Howard government adviser Terry Barnes about whether the Albanese government’s latest budget is its biggest political blunder since John Hewson and his infamous “birthday cake” tax analogy.

The budget has drawn criticism for its complex tax changes, confusing jargon, and difficult-to-explain policies, with some comparing the fallout to Hewson’s damaging 1993 GST moment.

Mike speaks with political columnist and former Howard government adviser Terry Barnes about whether the Albanese government&rsquo;s latest budget is its biggest political blunder since John Hewson and his infamous &ldquo;birthday cake&rdquo; tax analogy.
The budget has drawn criticism for its complex tax changes, confusing jargon, and difficult-to-explain policies, with some comparing the fallout to Hewson&rsquo;s damaging 1993 GST moment.

When much of the city sleeps, Mike Jeffreys is keeping you company.

Mike provides laughs and companionship, the news & stories of the day from midnight on Mondays. 

When much of the city sleeps, Mike Jeffreys is keeping you company.
Mike&nbsp;provides&nbsp;laughs and companionship, the&nbsp;news &amp;&nbsp;stories of the day from midnight on Mondays.&nbsp;

Overnights with Mike Jeffreys - Highlights

Overnights with Mike Jeffreys

Terry Barnes - Was this the worst budget blunder since the Hewson’s cake analogy?

Overnights with Mike Jeffreys - Monday 25th May

Wake Up with Mike Jeffreys - Monday 25th May

Mike speaks with Dr Marny Lishman, psychologist and author of Only You: The Unexpected Gift of Being Alone, about Victoria’s Secret attempting to revive its sexy image after years of embracing a more “woke” direction.

The lingerie giant has launched a new VSXY stock ticker and is bringing back elements of its famous Angels branding following falling sales, a cancelled fashion show, and controversy linked to inclusivity debates.

Mike speaks with Dr Marny Lishman, psychologist and author of Only You: The Unexpected Gift of Being Alone, about Victoria&rsquo;s Secret attempting to revive its sexy image after years of embracing a more &ldquo;woke&rdquo; direction.
The lingerie giant has launched a new VSXY stock ticker and is bringing back elements of its famous Angels branding following falling sales, a cancelled fashion show, and controversy linked to inclusivity debates.

Terry Barnes - Was this the worst budget blunder since the Hewson’s cake analogy?

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