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Australia's government spends its way to bigger budget deficits


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  Australia's government on Wednesday trimmed its likely budget deficit for the current fiscal year, but flagged bigger shortfalls ahead due to "unavoidable spending" on health, cost-of-living relief and veterans care.

The article from MSN discusses how Australia's government is facing larger budget deficits due to increased spending. Despite a recent budget update showing a slight improvement in the deficit for the current fiscal year, the overall financial outlook remains challenging. The government has increased expenditure on various fronts including health, aged care, and defense, while also providing cost-of-living relief measures. These spending initiatives, coupled with lower commodity prices and a slowing economy, have led to a projected increase in the deficit. The government's strategy includes investments aimed at boosting economic growth, but critics argue that this approach might exacerbate inflation and could lead to higher interest rates, further straining the budget. The article highlights the tension between short-term economic relief and long-term fiscal sustainability.

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