Weekly Wrap Up
Medicare funding dominates policy debates, inflation holds steady, and Australia responds to U.S. tariff threats. Also in focus: Senate estimates revelations, new capital market reforms, and key defence developments. Catch up on the key issues shaping business and government.
Weekly Wrap Up
As the Albanese Government grapples with fallout from Cyclone Alfred and US steel and aluminium tariffs, attention is now turning to the upcoming Federal Budget on 25 March. Meanwhile, WA Labor secured re-election despite a double-digit swing, and the latest Newspoll shows the Coalition leading 51–49 on a two-party preferred basis.
Weekly Wrap Up
This week’s wrap up covers the looming federal election call, Cyclone Alfred’s impact, economic growth driven by exports, and key policy shifts in foreign investment, competition, and trade. Plus, major updates on gender pay gap data, infrastructure investments, and defence strategy. Stay informed with Australia’s top political and economic news.
Weekly Wrap Up
With an election approaching and key policy debates unfolding, this week’s Wrap Up covers the foreign housing investment ban, the Whyalla Steelworks administration and support package, and the latest Newspoll figures. Also in focus: economic updates, defence and diplomacy, and regional investment. Catch up on the key developments shaping business and government.
Weekly Wrap Up
With Parliament back in session and an election on the horizon, this week’s Wrap Up covers key legislation, Australia’s trade clash with the Trump Administration, and the latest on economic policy, defence, energy investment, and state politics. Catch up on the key developments shaping business and government.
Outstanding Staff Promoted in 2025
GRACosway is delighted to announce the promotion of Brigid Glanville to Partner, recognising her leadership in communications, corporate affairs, and media. We also celebrate the well-deserved promotions of outstanding team members across our Sydney and Melbourne offices.
GRACosway Ranked #1 Financial Communications Advisor in Australasia
GRACosway Pty Ltd has delivered another strong year, with Mergermarket naming the firm as the #1 financial communications advisor in Australasia by deal value in 2024. The firm advised on AUD $46 billion (US $28.9 billion) in confirmed M&A deals, also earning a #3 ranking in the Asia Pacific region (excluding Japan). Key global and […]
Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) 2024-25
Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Minister for Finance Katy Gallagher today released the Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO), revealing that Australia’s fiscal position has marginally improved by $1.4 billion since the Federal Budget was handed down in May. The Government attributed the change to strong employment figures delivering higher income tax receipts, weighed against ‘unavoidable spending’ […]
Weekly Wrap Up
Making headlines this week: a $26.9 billion deficit forecast in MYEFO, new housing and defence initiatives, and major health investments. Updates include Victoria’s action on CFMEU reforms, expanded social housing plans, and the launch of a National Suicide Prevention Strategy for First Nations Australians.
Weekly Wrap Up
In focus this week: Labor and the Coalition tied in polling as Anthony Albanese pledges $1 billion for childcare reform. The Coalition detailed its $325 billion nuclear energy plan, while the Government made significant defence announcements, including a $1.3 billion investment in Tomahawk cruise missiles and a PNG-based NRL team as part of regional security partnerships.