Katy Gallagher (ACT, Australian Labor Party, Minister for the Public Service) Share this | Hansard source

The Treasurer has never used those words, so don't verbal the Treasurer. In terms of the cost-of-living measures, it is our priority focus to look at how we can support cost-of-living relief without adding to the inflation problem in the economy. That's why we've invested in cheaper medicines. That's why we've invested in cheaper child care. That's why we're expanding Paid Parental Leave. That's why we're getting wages moving, which was the first question. That's why we're investing in more affordable housing. You voted about 14 times this week to oppose that. That is the action that you took when we look at cost-of-living measures. The stronger safety net; rent assistance, JobSeeker and parenting payment increases; the energy bill relief plan; and fee-free TAFE places—these are all focused cost-of-living measures that support the growth in the economy and support the productive capacity of the economy without adding to the inflation problem.