Australians React to Federal Budget 2025 Tax Cuts – But Do They Even Care?
Alright, let’s talk about the Federal Budget 2025. Big news, right? Well, apparently, a lot of Aussies don’t think so. A recent street interview revealed that many people are either unaware or simply indifferent to the new budget. When asked about it, some shrugged, others admitted they had no idea what it was, and a few joked that they’d need a thousand bucks a day from the government to actually feel any difference.
But let’s break it down. The biggest headline? Tax cuts. Every Australian earning over $18,200 gets one. For the average worker on $79,000 a year, that translates to an extra $5.15 per week. Yes, just over five bucks. Enough for a coffee – if you’re lucky.
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On top of that, the energy rebate is being extended, with two separate $75 payments. And for university graduates still grappling with HECS debt, 20% of their loans will be wiped. Sounds like decent relief, but is it enough?
Politically, the budget has sparked the usual back-and-forth. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the cuts are fair and benefit everyone, not just the high earners. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, on the other hand, isn’t impressed. He argues that the government isn’t doing enough to help struggling families and small businesses, calling the budget “out of touch.”
But here’s the kicker: Australians don’t seem too bothered either way. Despite the ongoing cost-of-living crisis—skyrocketing rent, expensive groceries, and high mortgage rates—many people just aren’t engaged. Some feel like the budget doesn’t make a real impact on their daily lives, while others say they simply don’t follow politics.
This raises an interesting question: Have Australians become so exhausted by economic pressures that they’ve given up on expecting meaningful change? According to Finder’s Cost of Living Pressure Gauge, 73% of Aussie households are feeling extreme financial pressure. Yet, when presented with budget changes, many remain indifferent.
So, what’s the takeaway? While the government is making adjustments, for a lot of Aussies, an extra five bucks a week isn’t the kind of relief they were hoping for. Maybe the real issue isn’t just the budget itself, but the growing disconnect between political decisions and everyday life.
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