Tag #Cost Of Living

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Government Report Criticizes Supermarket Giants Amidst Budget and Election

The ACCC released a critical report on Friday detailing Woolworths and Coles' profit increases despite rising costs, prompting questions about the timing and adequacy of proposed remedies.

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Liberal Party's Omission of Nuclear Energy in Ads Sparks Controversy

The Liberal Party's avoidance of "nuclear" in its paid social media advertisements, despite a proposed nuclear energy policy, has been criticized by Energy Minister Chris Bowen. This follows recent anti-nuclear protests targeting opposition leaders, highlighting public concerns amidst rising energy ...

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AUKUS Sovereignty Concerns and Labor's Medicine Price Pledge

Former Australian foreign minister Bob Carr warns of a potential loss of sovereignty due to the AUKUS submarine deal, while the Labor party pledges to reduce prescription drug costs to $25 per script in the upcoming budget, prompting a political response from the Coalition.

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Greek Workers Face Wage Stagnation Amidst Rising Living Costs

A survey of Greek private sector employees reveals that 60% had no salary increase last year, 88% cut essential food spending, and 58% of renters spend over 40% of income on rent and heating; only 29% are covered by collective bargaining agreements.

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Australian Budget Prioritizes Cost-of-Living Relief Amidst Global Uncertainty

Australia's Treasurer Jim Chalmers announced the upcoming budget will prioritize cost-of-living relief with funds allocated for election promises, while tempering expectations for widespread new policies due to slower economic growth and global uncertainty, including a potential US recession and new...

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Australia's Budget to Reveal Deficit, Include Cost-of-Living Relief

Australia's Labor government will release its fourth budget next Tuesday, revealing a deficit of approximately \$26.9 billion, but including further cost-of-living relief for households, with details to be announced later, aiming to boost the government's standing before the upcoming election.

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Australia Announces $150 Energy Rebates Amidst Criticism of Energy Policy

The Australian government's budget includes $150 energy rebates for millions of households, a temporary measure to ease cost-of-living pressures while pursuing a larger project to upgrade the national energy grid, amidst criticism for not directly addressing the root causes of high energy prices.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Victoria's Crime Rate Soars Amidst Repeat Offenders and Cost-of-Living Crisis

Victoria's crime rate increased by 13.2% in 2024, reaching a near-decade high driven by repeat child offenders and a cost-of-living crisis, placing pressure on the state government ahead of the next election.

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Labor pledges $690 million for cheaper medicines

Australia's Labor government announced a $690 million plan to reduce the cost of prescription medicines to $25 per script from $31.60, benefiting 20 million Australians and aiming to provide cost-of-living relief ahead of the May election.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Algarve Offers Best Value for Budget Travelers in Europe

A new report shows that 80% of British tourists are influenced by travel deals and prices, with the Algarve, Portugal, ranking as the most budget-friendly destination in Europe due to lower prices than in Turkey and Bulgaria according to the Post Office's 2024 annual money report.

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California's Climate Fight Faces Affordability Test

In California, rising costs driven by climate change-related disasters are forcing Democrats to balance their climate priorities with affordability concerns, potentially altering the state's Cap-and-Trade program and other climate initiatives.

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UK Government Faces Backlash Over Planned Welfare Cuts

The UK government plans welfare cuts, including stricter disability benefit criteria and potential PIP freezes, despite Labour MP concerns about the impact on vulnerable people and rising child poverty; internal battles and delayed announcements have marked the process.

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