Live: Chalmers warns difficult months ahead as rate rise expected
27-09-2026 23:02 via abc.net.au

Live: Chalmers warns difficult months ahead as rate rise expected

Jim Chalmers unveils a $6 billion improvement to the federal government's forecast deficit. Follow live. 
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