Budget towards Closing the Gap a slap in the face

Last week’s Federal Budget is still creating controversy, especially in First Nations communities.
Treasurer Dr Jim Chalmers announced $1.3bn to close the gap, but First Nations advocates and politicians say it’s not enough.
Australia’s Voice Senate candidate for Western Australia Megan Krakouer is outraged, and says the Federal government isn’t looking for solutions to reduce incarceration and health.
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Featured In Story: Megan Krakouer – Australia’s Voice Senate candidate for Western Australia
First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 1 April 2025