Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down his first Federal Budget on Tuesday, 25 October.  

Led by Ai Group Chief Executive, Innes Willox, a panel of Ai Group specialists discussed the implications of the budget for business: 

• Peter Burn, Chief Policy Advisor, discussed the key business-related themes and strategic policy objectives emerging from this year’s budget, including the risks and implications for interest rates and inflation; 
• Jeffrey Wilson, Director of Research & Economics, discussed the Government’s economic outlook and the most important measures affecting business and productivity; and 
• Megan Lilly, Head of Education & Training, discussed new initiatives and arrangements for workforce skills and education & training.