The federal government is launching a review of public sector board appointments to ensure they are based on merit rather than politics and "jobs for mates".
The government is standing by its decision to not provide handouts for struggling families saying it will hurt them in the long run through rampant inflation.
The federal government believes itself ready to launch into the difficult task of budget repair after inheriting a structural deficit and record levels of debt.
Senator Katy Gallagher changed her tune on waiving the ACT's historic housing debt and Liberals Mark Parton motioned party leaders to condemn her "backflip".
The federal government has defended the Reserve Bank of Australia's efforts to combat inflation despite calls for the central bank's governor to resign.
Australia's new Finance Minister, ACT Senator Katy Gallagher says Labor has inherited a serious set of economic and budget challenges, but will take tough decisions while also focusing on cost of living issues.
Australia's 31st prime minister, Anthony Albanese, has promised a family friendly parliament that will hit the ground running to make the country proud.
