With news reports of children going to school hungry and struggling families unable to keep up with mortgage payments, Australians are getting increasingly worried about the escalating costs of living.

Sunrise co-host Nat Barr voiced these concerns in an impassioned interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the cost-of-living crisis.

Barr posed two tough questions to Albanese, first referring to the school theft dilemma.

'We know inflation is coming down, but it's not coming down fast enough', she told Albanese.

'We hear this morning, Prime Minister, that students are pretending to go to the toilet at school, rummaging through other kids' bags to steal their lunches. That's coinciding with the interest rate rises. This is under your watch. How do you feel about that?'

Anthony Albanese was asked tough questions on the morning show following alarming reports that children were going to school hungry as families struggled to pay their mortgages. Credit: Facebook/Anthony Albanese.

Barr's comment regarding the theft of food in schools is based on a report from a primary school in NSW. According to the report, some students were resorting to stealing their classmates' lunches because their parents or guardians faced financial difficulties and couldn't afford to provide them with meals.

The prime minister empathised with the challenges faced by Australian families, stating that he understood firsthand what it meant to endure tough times.

'My government will work each and every day to make a difference. We have had global inflation, [which] has had a real impact here as it has around the world,' he said.

Albanese also highlighted the relatively lower interest rates in Australia when compared to the United States and Europe. He further discussed the initiatives undertaken by his government, including the energy rebate, aimed at reducing expenses for households.

Continuing, Barr emphasised the hardships faced by Aussies with mortgages, describing them as being 'smashed' and struggling to keep up with the ongoing increase in interest rates.

'What else can you do for the people who are still spending because it seems the people with the mortgages are just the ones being hit all the time. What's your message to the Reserve Bank?' she asked Albanese.

The prime minister responded: 'Well, you are right, Nat. Some people are doing okay, while others are doing it really tough. And that's why the government has a difficult task to manage.'

'That's why we have to target our spending in a way that doesn't put pressure on inflation, that targets that relief plan that we have,' he said.

'That's why we were conscious about the surplus, we put additional money into public housing.' Albanese conceded it was a 'difficult' situation to address.

The recent reports of school theft shed light on a larger problem related to the rising costs of living. According to Brianna Casey, the Chief Executive of Foodbank, this trend indicates that an increasing number of people are relying on food relief on a regular basis.

'We're hearing reports from schools of children stealing lunch from other children's lunch boxes. The consequences are really alarming from a health perspective and for educational outcomes—we can't expect children to concentrate in class and behave well when they are so hungry they've tipped into “hangry” before the day has started,' Casey said.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Foodbank has called upon the Reserve Bank to take immediate action by refraining from raising interest rates.

Key Takeaways

• Sunrise host Natalie Barr questioned Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the cost-of-living crisis amid reports of children going to school hungry because families struggle to pay their mortgages.
• Barr shared stories of students scavenging for food in other kids' lunchboxes due to their families financial constraints, asking what the government intends to do about the crisis.
• The interview provoked a response from the Prime Minister, who cited measures like the energy rebate to help reduce household costs and affirmed the government's commitment to alleviating the situation.
• The matter of children not having food at school is supported by reports from the charity group Foodbank, revealing an upsurge in schools signing up with them to provide food for students.

We are well aware of the challenges posed by the increasing costs of living and price hikes. It's a topic that hits close to home for many of us. So, members, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Were you satisfied with Prime Minister Albanese's response? We await your opinions and encourage you to share them in the comments section below!

 

[Thecla]

I am sick of hearing about his tough times.....

 

[Vivien Nayler]

I am sick of hearing about his tough times.....

At least he understands and is not like the silver-spooned leaders we’ve had in the past. The world is going through a huge financial crisis at the moment, not just Australia. I’ve just returned from Europe and seen it first hand. Real estate prices are so much higher than here—€3m for an apartment, food and fuel is double what we pay here and wages are way below what we earn. Australians have to get a better understanding of what the government has to contend with. The $600 rebate will certainly help.

 

[Dizzy]

With news reports of children going to school hungry and struggling families unable to keep up with mortgage payments, Australians are getting increasingly worried about the escalating costs of living.

Sunrise co-host Nat Barr voiced these concerns in an impassioned interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the cost-of-living crisis.

Barr posed two tough questions to Albanese, first referring to the school theft dilemma.

'We know inflation is coming down, but it's not coming down fast enough', she told Albanese.

'We hear this morning, Prime Minister, that students are pretending to go to the toilet at school, rummaging through other kids' bags to steal their lunches. That's coinciding with the interest rate rises. This is under your watch. How do you feel about that?'

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Anthony Albanese was asked tough questions on the morning show following alarming reports that children were going to school hungry as families struggled to pay their mortgages. Credit: Facebook/Anthony Albanese.

Barr's comment regarding the theft of food in schools is based on a report from a primary school in NSW. According to the report, some students were resorting to stealing their classmates' lunches because their parents or guardians faced financial difficulties and couldn't afford to provide them with meals.

The prime minister empathised with the challenges faced by Australian families, stating that he understood firsthand what it meant to endure tough times.

'My government will work each and every day to make a difference. We have had global inflation, [which] has had a real impact here as it has around the world,' he said.

Albanese also highlighted the relatively lower interest rates in Australia when compared to the United States and Europe. He further discussed the initiatives undertaken by his government, including the energy rebate, aimed at reducing expenses for households.

Continuing, Barr emphasised the hardships faced by Aussies with mortgages, describing them as being 'smashed' and struggling to keep up with the ongoing increase in interest rates.

'What else can you do for the people who are still spending because it seems the people with the mortgages are just the ones being hit all the time. What's your message to the Reserve Bank?' she asked Albanese.

The prime minister responded: 'Well, you are right, Nat. Some people are doing okay, while others are doing it really tough. And that's why the government has a difficult task to manage.'

'That's why we have to target our spending in a way that doesn't put pressure on inflation, that targets that relief plan that we have,' he said.

'That's why we were conscious about the surplus, we put additional money into public housing.' Albanese conceded it was a 'difficult' situation to address.

The recent reports of school theft shed light on a larger problem related to the rising costs of living. According to Brianna Casey, the Chief Executive of Foodbank, this trend indicates that an increasing number of people are relying on food relief on a regular basis.

'We're hearing reports from schools of children stealing lunch from other children's lunch boxes. The consequences are really alarming from a health perspective and for educational outcomes—we can't expect children to concentrate in class and behave well when they are so hungry they've tipped into “hangry” before the day has started,' Casey said.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Foodbank has called upon the Reserve Bank to take immediate action by refraining from raising interest rates.

Key Takeaways

• Sunrise host Natalie Barr questioned Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the cost-of-living crisis amid reports of children going to school hungry because families struggle to pay their mortgages.
• Barr shared stories of students scavenging for food in other kids' lunchboxes due to their families financial constraints, asking what the government intends to do about the crisis.
• The interview provoked a response from the Prime Minister, who cited measures like the energy rebate to help reduce household costs and affirmed the government's commitment to alleviating the situation.
• The matter of children not having food at school is supported by reports from the charity group Foodbank, revealing an upsurge in schools signing up with them to provide food for students.

We are well aware of the challenges posed by the increasing costs of living and price hikes. It's a topic that hits close to home for many of us. So, members, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Were you satisfied with Prime Minister Albanese's response? We await your opinions and encourage you to share them in the comments section below!

Also doesn’t help when so-called charities have raised prices some to ridiculous!

 

[Pink lion]

Govt got no money huh?


Source MSN: 3/7/2023



Resources and Energy Quarterly shows LNG exports were revised upwards to a record $92 billion over the past financial year, as part of a $460 billion return for the overall resources sector.

The Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association said the industry employed thousands of workers and provided $16b in government revenue during the last financial year.

"The industry's $400 billion investment in LNG projects over the past 15 years underpins the nation's domestic energy security and delivers substantial economic benefits to Australia," chief executive Samantha McCulloch said on Monday.

This included $45 billion of industry expenditure on local goods and services.

 

[Joy Denton]

With news reports of children going to school hungry and struggling families unable to keep up with mortgage payments, Australians are getting increasingly worried about the escalating costs of living.

Sunrise co-host Nat Barr voiced these concerns in an impassioned interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the cost-of-living crisis.

Barr posed two tough questions to Albanese, first referring to the school theft dilemma.

'We know inflation is coming down, but it's not coming down fast enough', she told Albanese.

'We hear this morning, Prime Minister, that students are pretending to go to the toilet at school, rummaging through other kids' bags to steal their lunches. That's coinciding with the interest rate rises. This is under your watch. How do you feel about that?'

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Anthony Albanese was asked tough questions on the morning show following alarming reports that children were going to school hungry as families struggled to pay their mortgages. Credit: Facebook/Anthony Albanese.

Barr's comment regarding the theft of food in schools is based on a report from a primary school in NSW. According to the report, some students were resorting to stealing their classmates' lunches because their parents or guardians faced financial difficulties and couldn't afford to provide them with meals.

The prime minister empathised with the challenges faced by Australian families, stating that he understood firsthand what it meant to endure tough times.

'My government will work each and every day to make a difference. We have had global inflation, [which] has had a real impact here as it has around the world,' he said.

Albanese also highlighted the relatively lower interest rates in Australia when compared to the United States and Europe. He further discussed the initiatives undertaken by his government, including the energy rebate, aimed at reducing expenses for households.

Continuing, Barr emphasised the hardships faced by Aussies with mortgages, describing them as being 'smashed' and struggling to keep up with the ongoing increase in interest rates.

'What else can you do for the people who are still spending because it seems the people with the mortgages are just the ones being hit all the time. What's your message to the Reserve Bank?' she asked Albanese.

The prime minister responded: 'Well, you are right, Nat. Some people are doing okay, while others are doing it really tough. And that's why the government has a difficult task to manage.'

'That's why we have to target our spending in a way that doesn't put pressure on inflation, that targets that relief plan that we have,' he said.

'That's why we were conscious about the surplus, we put additional money into public housing.' Albanese conceded it was a 'difficult' situation to address.

The recent reports of school theft shed light on a larger problem related to the rising costs of living. According to Brianna Casey, the Chief Executive of Foodbank, this trend indicates that an increasing number of people are relying on food relief on a regular basis.

'We're hearing reports from schools of children stealing lunch from other children's lunch boxes. The consequences are really alarming from a health perspective and for educational outcomes—we can't expect children to concentrate in class and behave well when they are so hungry they've tipped into “hangry” before the day has started,' Casey said.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Foodbank has called upon the Reserve Bank to take immediate action by refraining from raising interest rates.

Key Takeaways

• Sunrise host Natalie Barr questioned Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the cost-of-living crisis amid reports of children going to school hungry because families struggle to pay their mortgages.
• Barr shared stories of students scavenging for food in other kids' lunchboxes due to their families financial constraints, asking what the government intends to do about the crisis.
• The interview provoked a response from the Prime Minister, who cited measures like the energy rebate to help reduce household costs and affirmed the government's commitment to alleviating the situation.
• The matter of children not having food at school is supported by reports from the charity group Foodbank, revealing an upsurge in schools signing up with them to provide food for students.

We are well aware of the challenges posed by the increasing costs of living and price hikes. It's a topic that hits close to home for many of us. So, members, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Were you satisfied with Prime Minister Albanese's response? We await your opinions and encourage you to share them in the comments section below!

Albo keeps giving millions away offshore , charity begins at home

 

[CristinaV]

With news reports of children going to school hungry and struggling families unable to keep up with mortgage payments, Australians are getting increasingly worried about the escalating costs of living.

Sunrise co-host Nat Barr voiced these concerns in an impassioned interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the cost-of-living crisis.

Barr posed two tough questions to Albanese, first referring to the school theft dilemma.

'We know inflation is coming down, but it's not coming down fast enough', she told Albanese.

'We hear this morning, Prime Minister, that students are pretending to go to the toilet at school, rummaging through other kids' bags to steal their lunches. That's coinciding with the interest rate rises. This is under your watch. How do you feel about that?'

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Anthony Albanese was asked tough questions on the morning show following alarming reports that children were going to school hungry as families struggled to pay their mortgages. Credit: Facebook/Anthony Albanese.

Barr's comment regarding the theft of food in schools is based on a report from a primary school in NSW. According to the report, some students were resorting to stealing their classmates' lunches because their parents or guardians faced financial difficulties and couldn't afford to provide them with meals.

The prime minister empathised with the challenges faced by Australian families, stating that he understood firsthand what it meant to endure tough times.

'My government will work each and every day to make a difference. We have had global inflation, [which] has had a real impact here as it has around the world,' he said.

Albanese also highlighted the relatively lower interest rates in Australia when compared to the United States and Europe. He further discussed the initiatives undertaken by his government, including the energy rebate, aimed at reducing expenses for households.

Continuing, Barr emphasised the hardships faced by Aussies with mortgages, describing them as being 'smashed' and struggling to keep up with the ongoing increase in interest rates.

'What else can you do for the people who are still spending because it seems the people with the mortgages are just the ones being hit all the time. What's your message to the Reserve Bank?' she asked Albanese.

The prime minister responded: 'Well, you are right, Nat. Some people are doing okay, while others are doing it really tough. And that's why the government has a difficult task to manage.'

'That's why we have to target our spending in a way that doesn't put pressure on inflation, that targets that relief plan that we have,' he said.

'That's why we were conscious about the surplus, we put additional money into public housing.' Albanese conceded it was a 'difficult' situation to address.

The recent reports of school theft shed light on a larger problem related to the rising costs of living. According to Brianna Casey, the Chief Executive of Foodbank, this trend indicates that an increasing number of people are relying on food relief on a regular basis.

'We're hearing reports from schools of children stealing lunch from other children's lunch boxes. The consequences are really alarming from a health perspective and for educational outcomes—we can't expect children to concentrate in class and behave well when they are so hungry they've tipped into “hangry” before the day has started,' Casey said.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Foodbank has called upon the Reserve Bank to take immediate action by refraining from raising interest rates.

Key Takeaways

• Sunrise host Natalie Barr questioned Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the cost-of-living crisis amid reports of children going to school hungry because families struggle to pay their mortgages.
• Barr shared stories of students scavenging for food in other kids' lunchboxes due to their families financial constraints, asking what the government intends to do about the crisis.
• The interview provoked a response from the Prime Minister, who cited measures like the energy rebate to help reduce household costs and affirmed the government's commitment to alleviating the situation.
• The matter of children not having food at school is supported by reports from the charity group Foodbank, revealing an upsurge in schools signing up with them to provide food for students.

We are well aware of the challenges posed by the increasing costs of living and price hikes. It's a topic that hits close to home for many of us. So, members, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Were you satisfied with Prime Minister Albanese's response? We await your opinions and encourage you to share them in the comments section below!

I'll give this to Abanese? He knows how to dodge a question he doesn't like or better, that he can't/won't answer. If he knows what it's like to be poor, then he should know what to do about it. Shame on him and his govt. And shame on those that voted for his party and the Greens.

 

[Suzanne rose]

Good on Nat for raising these questions.

What made me mad was hearing yesterday that the Politician's received a secret pay rise !!! Really when so many are struggling they get a pay rise on top of their already high pay

Maybe all Politician's should be made live on a normal wage for ...let's say one month and see how they cope

 

[susannegroves]

With news reports of children going to school hungry and struggling families unable to keep up with mortgage payments, Australians are getting increasingly worried about the escalating costs of living.

Sunrise co-host Nat Barr voiced these concerns in an impassioned interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the cost-of-living crisis.

Barr posed two tough questions to Albanese, first referring to the school theft dilemma.

'We know inflation is coming down, but it's not coming down fast enough', she told Albanese.

'We hear this morning, Prime Minister, that students are pretending to go to the toilet at school, rummaging through other kids' bags to steal their lunches. That's coinciding with the interest rate rises. This is under your watch. How do you feel about that?'

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Anthony Albanese was asked tough questions on the morning show following alarming reports that children were going to school hungry as families struggled to pay their mortgages. Credit: Facebook/Anthony Albanese.

Barr's comment regarding the theft of food in schools is based on a report from a primary school in NSW. According to the report, some students were resorting to stealing their classmates' lunches because their parents or guardians faced financial difficulties and couldn't afford to provide them with meals.

The prime minister empathised with the challenges faced by Australian families, stating that he understood firsthand what it meant to endure tough times.

'My government will work each and every day to make a difference. We have had global inflation, [which] has had a real impact here as it has around the world,' he said.

Albanese also highlighted the relatively lower interest rates in Australia when compared to the United States and Europe. He further discussed the initiatives undertaken by his government, including the energy rebate, aimed at reducing expenses for households.

Continuing, Barr emphasised the hardships faced by Aussies with mortgages, describing them as being 'smashed' and struggling to keep up with the ongoing increase in interest rates.

'What else can you do for the people who are still spending because it seems the people with the mortgages are just the ones being hit all the time. What's your message to the Reserve Bank?' she asked Albanese.

The prime minister responded: 'Well, you are right, Nat. Some people are doing okay, while others are doing it really tough. And that's why the government has a difficult task to manage.'

'That's why we have to target our spending in a way that doesn't put pressure on inflation, that targets that relief plan that we have,' he said.

'That's why we were conscious about the surplus, we put additional money into public housing.' Albanese conceded it was a 'difficult' situation to address.

The recent reports of school theft shed light on a larger problem related to the rising costs of living. According to Brianna Casey, the Chief Executive of Foodbank, this trend indicates that an increasing number of people are relying on food relief on a regular basis.

'We're hearing reports from schools of children stealing lunch from other children's lunch boxes. The consequences are really alarming from a health perspective and for educational outcomes—we can't expect children to concentrate in class and behave well when they are so hungry they've tipped into “hangry” before the day has started,' Casey said.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Foodbank has called upon the Reserve Bank to take immediate action by refraining from raising interest rates.

Key Takeaways

• Sunrise host Natalie Barr questioned Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the cost-of-living crisis amid reports of children going to school hungry because families struggle to pay their mortgages.
• Barr shared stories of students scavenging for food in other kids' lunchboxes due to their families financial constraints, asking what the government intends to do about the crisis.
• The interview provoked a response from the Prime Minister, who cited measures like the energy rebate to help reduce household costs and affirmed the government's commitment to alleviating the situation.
• The matter of children not having food at school is supported by reports from the charity group Foodbank, revealing an upsurge in schools signing up with them to provide food for students.

We are well aware of the challenges posed by the increasing costs of living and price hikes. It's a topic that hits close to home for many of us. So, members, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Were you satisfied with Prime Minister Albanese's response? We await your opinions and encourage you to share them in the comments section below!

No he says the same thing over and over blaming instead of resolving..energy rebate and childcare are only for certain groups Nothing for families with mortgages and schoolchildren. If they have a so called surplus from taxes then he should be extending the $1500 tax rebate like Liberal did instead of giving politicians pay rises

 

[Pink lion]

Good on Nat for raising these questions.

What made me mad was hearing yesterday that the Politician's received a secret pay rise !!! Really when so many are struggling they get a pay rise on top of their already high pay

Maybe all Politician's should be made live on a normal wage for ...let's say one month and see how they cope

A pay rise? ha ha ha ha ha ha ha.

They should rebrand Parliament house COMEDY CENTRAL.

That is hilarious ha ha ha ha Good one Albo.

in this current financial climate and considering all of the miss management that is such a joke, ha ha ha ha ha

 

[Suzanne rose]

A pay rise? ha ha ha ha ha ha ha.

They should rebrand Parliament house COMEDY CENTRAL.

That is hilarious ha ha ha ha Good one Albo.

in this current financial climate and considering all of the miss management that is such a joke, ha ha ha ha ha

It's so funny it's unbelievable, right

 

[AlanQ]

Good on Nat for raising these questions.

What made me mad was hearing yesterday that the Politician's received a secret pay rise !!! Really when so many are struggling they get a pay rise on top of their already high pay

Maybe all Politician's should be made live on a normal wage for ...let's say one month and see how they cope

That's so true, Nat Barr the Aussie battler, only earning $500,000 + she also know how hard it currently is for those she represents. Next on Sunrise we'll be catching up with some lighthearted dribble story about a cat that went missing for 6mths and etc etc. What a load of codswallop, she is just a tabloid front of camera host on a fluff TV morning show.

 

[Trudi]

They need to get rid of that stupid Natalie Barr! Kids stealing lunches is a political issue? I am sure it has happened before the current crisis as well, the only difference is that it makes a great headline!

 

[JKM_Storyteller]

I am sick to death of Australia's collective mentality that the government is somehow responsible for the financial difficulties people are facing.

Wake up. For decades Australians have wanted everything NOW, and for NOTHING. Their sense of entitlement is mind-boggling. So while interest rates were low to non-existent, they went and bought themselves houses they couldn't afford - houses that cost an arm and a leg for not just themself, but their offspring; and now when interest rates go up - as they MUST, because that's the reality of economics, people - they can't afford their mortgage, and suddenly it's everyone's fault but their own!

They want the big house, and the very best of everything that can possibly go in it; and they want the big shiny new cars - one for each spouse; and they want excellent education for their kids - with school fees, uniforms and books paid for by the government if you don't mind; and they want to work as little as possible for the highest possible income, pay as little tax as they can get away with; and have a leisure life full of getaways and adventure activities or shopping adventures with credit cards I swear they think are bottomless and free.

Today's young adults have so many benefits, and so many government handouts, that their parents and grandparents never got, and still they aren't satisfied. They want more. They haven't yet 'invested' in Australia or made significant contributions to the public purse through a lifetime of paying income tax, but they want the monies paid in by those who went before them, while those same older folk have to go without so the younger generation can have what they want!

Hell, I'd go so far as to say people today really expect the government to give them everything for free! They certainly do not bear any of the blame for creating today's cost of living with their endless demands for higher wages, shorter working hours, more and more investment properties because we have that nasty thing called negative gearing; better homes; latest technology; the latest fashion; the best car.

What happened to the days when we worked and saved for what we wanted? When did this country become a land of spoiled children who've been raised to expect that their every need or want will be fulfilled by others and they don't have to lift a finger to earn or deserve it, or even have to wear the consequences of their own greed?

 

[Ali S]

With news reports of children going to school hungry and struggling families unable to keep up with mortgage payments, Australians are getting increasingly worried about the escalating costs of living.

Sunrise co-host Nat Barr voiced these concerns in an impassioned interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the cost-of-living crisis.

Barr posed two tough questions to Albanese, first referring to the school theft dilemma.

'We know inflation is coming down, but it's not coming down fast enough', she told Albanese.

'We hear this morning, Prime Minister, that students are pretending to go to the toilet at school, rummaging through other kids' bags to steal their lunches. That's coinciding with the interest rate rises. This is under your watch. How do you feel about that?'

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Anthony Albanese was asked tough questions on the morning show following alarming reports that children were going to school hungry as families struggled to pay their mortgages. Credit: Facebook/Anthony Albanese.

Barr's comment regarding the theft of food in schools is based on a report from a primary school in NSW. According to the report, some students were resorting to stealing their classmates' lunches because their parents or guardians faced financial difficulties and couldn't afford to provide them with meals.

The prime minister empathised with the challenges faced by Australian families, stating that he understood firsthand what it meant to endure tough times.

'My government will work each and every day to make a difference. We have had global inflation, [which] has had a real impact here as it has around the world,' he said.

Albanese also highlighted the relatively lower interest rates in Australia when compared to the United States and Europe. He further discussed the initiatives undertaken by his government, including the energy rebate, aimed at reducing expenses for households.

Continuing, Barr emphasised the hardships faced by Aussies with mortgages, describing them as being 'smashed' and struggling to keep up with the ongoing increase in interest rates.

'What else can you do for the people who are still spending because it seems the people with the mortgages are just the ones being hit all the time. What's your message to the Reserve Bank?' she asked Albanese.

The prime minister responded: 'Well, you are right, Nat. Some people are doing okay, while others are doing it really tough. And that's why the government has a difficult task to manage.'

'That's why we have to target our spending in a way that doesn't put pressure on inflation, that targets that relief plan that we have,' he said.

'That's why we were conscious about the surplus, we put additional money into public housing.' Albanese conceded it was a 'difficult' situation to address.

The recent reports of school theft shed light on a larger problem related to the rising costs of living. According to Brianna Casey, the Chief Executive of Foodbank, this trend indicates that an increasing number of people are relying on food relief on a regular basis.

'We're hearing reports from schools of children stealing lunch from other children's lunch boxes. The consequences are really alarming from a health perspective and for educational outcomes—we can't expect children to concentrate in class and behave well when they are so hungry they've tipped into “hangry” before the day has started,' Casey said.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Foodbank has called upon the Reserve Bank to take immediate action by refraining from raising interest rates.

Key Takeaways

• Sunrise host Natalie Barr questioned Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the cost-of-living crisis amid reports of children going to school hungry because families struggle to pay their mortgages.
• Barr shared stories of students scavenging for food in other kids' lunchboxes due to their families financial constraints, asking what the government intends to do about the crisis.
• The interview provoked a response from the Prime Minister, who cited measures like the energy rebate to help reduce household costs and affirmed the government's commitment to alleviating the situation.
• The matter of children not having food at school is supported by reports from the charity group Foodbank, revealing an upsurge in schools signing up with them to provide food for students.

We are well aware of the challenges posed by the increasing costs of living and price hikes. It's a topic that hits close to home for many of us. So, members, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Were you satisfied with Prime Minister Albanese's response? We await your opinions and encourage you to share them in the comments section below!

Simply amazes me that he continues to tell us how much he is doing to alleviate the cost of living crisis ( bugger all ) - and yet he is obsessed with spending $450 million on the "Voice" referendum ( and that is just the cost to the Australian taxpayers for the Electoral commission to run it - not to mention the incredible amount they must be spending on trying to brainwash us under the guise of " information ") . They were NOT elected to spend OUR money recklessly to bolster their egos & personal agendas. Real Australians are hurting & the govt stands by & makes a few token gestures.

 

[Squizzy1]

With news reports of children going to school hungry and struggling families unable to keep up with mortgage payments, Australians are getting increasingly worried about the escalating costs of living.

Sunrise co-host Nat Barr voiced these concerns in an impassioned interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the cost-of-living crisis.

Barr posed two tough questions to Albanese, first referring to the school theft dilemma.

'We know inflation is coming down, but it's not coming down fast enough', she told Albanese.

'We hear this morning, Prime Minister, that students are pretending to go to the toilet at school, rummaging through other kids' bags to steal their lunches. That's coinciding with the interest rate rises. This is under your watch. How do you feel about that?'

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Anthony Albanese was asked tough questions on the morning show following alarming reports that children were going to school hungry as families struggled to pay their mortgages. Credit: Facebook/Anthony Albanese.

Barr's comment regarding the theft of food in schools is based on a report from a primary school in NSW. According to the report, some students were resorting to stealing their classmates' lunches because their parents or guardians faced financial difficulties and couldn't afford to provide them with meals.

The prime minister empathised with the challenges faced by Australian families, stating that he understood firsthand what it meant to endure tough times.

'My government will work each and every day to make a difference. We have had global inflation, [which] has had a real impact here as it has around the world,' he said.

Albanese also highlighted the relatively lower interest rates in Australia when compared to the United States and Europe. He further discussed the initiatives undertaken by his government, including the energy rebate, aimed at reducing expenses for households.

Continuing, Barr emphasised the hardships faced by Aussies with mortgages, describing them as being 'smashed' and struggling to keep up with the ongoing increase in interest rates.

'What else can you do for the people who are still spending because it seems the people with the mortgages are just the ones being hit all the time. What's your message to the Reserve Bank?' she asked Albanese.

The prime minister responded: 'Well, you are right, Nat. Some people are doing okay, while others are doing it really tough. And that's why the government has a difficult task to manage.'

'That's why we have to target our spending in a way that doesn't put pressure on inflation, that targets that relief plan that we have,' he said.

'That's why we were conscious about the surplus, we put additional money into public housing.' Albanese conceded it was a 'difficult' situation to address.

The recent reports of school theft shed light on a larger problem related to the rising costs of living. According to Brianna Casey, the Chief Executive of Foodbank, this trend indicates that an increasing number of people are relying on food relief on a regular basis.

'We're hearing reports from schools of children stealing lunch from other children's lunch boxes. The consequences are really alarming from a health perspective and for educational outcomes—we can't expect children to concentrate in class and behave well when they are so hungry they've tipped into “hangry” before the day has started,' Casey said.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Foodbank has called upon the Reserve Bank to take immediate action by refraining from raising interest rates.

Key Takeaways

• Sunrise host Natalie Barr questioned Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the cost-of-living crisis amid reports of children going to school hungry because families struggle to pay their mortgages.
• Barr shared stories of students scavenging for food in other kids' lunchboxes due to their families financial constraints, asking what the government intends to do about the crisis.
• The interview provoked a response from the Prime Minister, who cited measures like the energy rebate to help reduce household costs and affirmed the government's commitment to alleviating the situation.
• The matter of children not having food at school is supported by reports from the charity group Foodbank, revealing an upsurge in schools signing up with them to provide food for students.

We are well aware of the challenges posed by the increasing costs of living and price hikes. It's a topic that hits close to home for many of us. So, members, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Were you satisfied with Prime Minister Albanese's response? We await your opinions and encourage you to share them in the comments section below!

It's a difficult balance for the Govt. on how to help without adding to inflation, as is the housing problem. The whole world is grappling with the same experience, perhaps a less rapid rate increase would be preferred, I'm not sure what the rush is.

 

[emcneil1947&gmail.com]

With news reports of children going to school hungry and struggling families unable to keep up with mortgage payments, Australians are getting increasingly worried about the escalating costs of living.

Sunrise co-host Nat Barr voiced these concerns in an impassioned interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the cost-of-living crisis.

Barr posed two tough questions to Albanese, first referring to the school theft dilemma.

'We know inflation is coming down, but it's not coming down fast enough', she told Albanese.

'We hear this morning, Prime Minister, that students are pretending to go to the toilet at school, rummaging through other kids' bags to steal their lunches. That's coinciding with the interest rate rises. This is under your watch. How do you feel about that?'

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Anthony Albanese was asked tough questions on the morning show following alarming reports that children were going to school hungry as families struggled to pay their mortgages. Credit: Facebook/Anthony Albanese.

Barr's comment regarding the theft of food in schools is based on a report from a primary school in NSW. According to the report, some students were resorting to stealing their classmates' lunches because their parents or guardians faced financial difficulties and couldn't afford to provide them with meals.

The prime minister empathised with the challenges faced by Australian families, stating that he understood firsthand what it meant to endure tough times.

'My government will work each and every day to make a difference. We have had global inflation, [which] has had a real impact here as it has around the world,' he said.

Albanese also highlighted the relatively lower interest rates in Australia when compared to the United States and Europe. He further discussed the initiatives undertaken by his government, including the energy rebate, aimed at reducing expenses for households.

Continuing, Barr emphasised the hardships faced by Aussies with mortgages, describing them as being 'smashed' and struggling to keep up with the ongoing increase in interest rates.

'What else can you do for the people who are still spending because it seems the people with the mortgages are just the ones being hit all the time. What's your message to the Reserve Bank?' she asked Albanese.

The prime minister responded: 'Well, you are right, Nat. Some people are doing okay, while others are doing it really tough. And that's why the government has a difficult task to manage.'

'That's why we have to target our spending in a way that doesn't put pressure on inflation, that targets that relief plan that we have,' he said.

'That's why we were conscious about the surplus, we put additional money into public housing.' Albanese conceded it was a 'difficult' situation to address.

The recent reports of school theft shed light on a larger problem related to the rising costs of living. According to Brianna Casey, the Chief Executive of Foodbank, this trend indicates that an increasing number of people are relying on food relief on a regular basis.

'We're hearing reports from schools of children stealing lunch from other children's lunch boxes. The consequences are really alarming from a health perspective and for educational outcomes—we can't expect children to concentrate in class and behave well when they are so hungry they've tipped into “hangry” before the day has started,' Casey said.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Foodbank has called upon the Reserve Bank to take immediate action by refraining from raising interest rates.

Key Takeaways

• Sunrise host Natalie Barr questioned Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the cost-of-living crisis amid reports of children going to school hungry because families struggle to pay their mortgages.
• Barr shared stories of students scavenging for food in other kids' lunchboxes due to their families financial constraints, asking what the government intends to do about the crisis.
• The interview provoked a response from the Prime Minister, who cited measures like the energy rebate to help reduce household costs and affirmed the government's commitment to alleviating the situation.
• The matter of children not having food at school is supported by reports from the charity group Foodbank, revealing an upsurge in schools signing up with them to provide food for students.

We are well aware of the challenges posed by the increasing costs of living and price hikes. It's a topic that hits close to home for many of us. So, members, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Were you satisfied with Prime Minister Albanese's response? We await your opinions and encourage you to share them in the comments section below!

There would be money for the poor, the pensioners, homeless, disabled, if the politicians ALL cut back their exorbitant pay checks, ALL the CEO of big companies, with all the freebies these people get that alone should keep them, and their families well fed and a decent living... WHY do these people get such ridiculous pay checks? They should be earning what we, THE ORDINARY PEOPLE HAVE TO LIVE ON.

 

[LubblyJubbly]

With news reports of children going to school hungry and struggling families unable to keep up with mortgage payments, Australians are getting increasingly worried about the escalating costs of living.

Sunrise co-host Nat Barr voiced these concerns in an impassioned interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the cost-of-living crisis.

Barr posed two tough questions to Albanese, first referring to the school theft dilemma.

'We know inflation is coming down, but it's not coming down fast enough', she told Albanese.

'We hear this morning, Prime Minister, that students are pretending to go to the toilet at school, rummaging through other kids' bags to steal their lunches. That's coinciding with the interest rate rises. This is under your watch. How do you feel about that?'

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Anthony Albanese was asked tough questions on the morning show following alarming reports that children were going to school hungry as families struggled to pay their mortgages. Credit: Facebook/Anthony Albanese.

Barr's comment regarding the theft of food in schools is based on a report from a primary school in NSW. According to the report, some students were resorting to stealing their classmates' lunches because their parents or guardians faced financial difficulties and couldn't afford to provide them with meals.

The prime minister empathised with the challenges faced by Australian families, stating that he understood firsthand what it meant to endure tough times.

'My government will work each and every day to make a difference. We have had global inflation, [which] has had a real impact here as it has around the world,' he said.

Albanese also highlighted the relatively lower interest rates in Australia when compared to the United States and Europe. He further discussed the initiatives undertaken by his government, including the energy rebate, aimed at reducing expenses for households.

Continuing, Barr emphasised the hardships faced by Aussies with mortgages, describing them as being 'smashed' and struggling to keep up with the ongoing increase in interest rates.

'What else can you do for the people who are still spending because it seems the people with the mortgages are just the ones being hit all the time. What's your message to the Reserve Bank?' she asked Albanese.

The prime minister responded: 'Well, you are right, Nat. Some people are doing okay, while others are doing it really tough. And that's why the government has a difficult task to manage.'

'That's why we have to target our spending in a way that doesn't put pressure on inflation, that targets that relief plan that we have,' he said.

'That's why we were conscious about the surplus, we put additional money into public housing.' Albanese conceded it was a 'difficult' situation to address.

The recent reports of school theft shed light on a larger problem related to the rising costs of living. According to Brianna Casey, the Chief Executive of Foodbank, this trend indicates that an increasing number of people are relying on food relief on a regular basis.

'We're hearing reports from schools of children stealing lunch from other children's lunch boxes. The consequences are really alarming from a health perspective and for educational outcomes—we can't expect children to concentrate in class and behave well when they are so hungry they've tipped into “hangry” before the day has started,' Casey said.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Foodbank has called upon the Reserve Bank to take immediate action by refraining from raising interest rates.

Key Takeaways

• Sunrise host Natalie Barr questioned Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the cost-of-living crisis amid reports of children going to school hungry because families struggle to pay their mortgages.
• Barr shared stories of students scavenging for food in other kids' lunchboxes due to their families financial constraints, asking what the government intends to do about the crisis.
• The interview provoked a response from the Prime Minister, who cited measures like the energy rebate to help reduce household costs and affirmed the government's commitment to alleviating the situation.
• The matter of children not having food at school is supported by reports from the charity group Foodbank, revealing an upsurge in schools signing up with them to provide food for students.

We are well aware of the challenges posed by the increasing costs of living and price hikes. It's a topic that hits close to home for many of us. So, members, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Were you satisfied with Prime Minister Albanese's response? We await your opinions and encourage you to share them in the comments section below!

Maybe these schools need to start providing lunches - it won't affect inflation and will be going where it is really needed. As a child in the UK I remember lunch being provided at school and we also received a small bottle of fresh milk.

 

[Janice McKay]

With news reports of children going to school hungry and struggling families unable to keep up with mortgage payments, Australians are getting increasingly worried about the escalating costs of living.

Sunrise co-host Nat Barr voiced these concerns in an impassioned interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the cost-of-living crisis.

Barr posed two tough questions to Albanese, first referring to the school theft dilemma.

'We know inflation is coming down, but it's not coming down fast enough', she told Albanese.

'We hear this morning, Prime Minister, that students are pretending to go to the toilet at school, rummaging through other kids' bags to steal their lunches. That's coinciding with the interest rate rises. This is under your watch. How do you feel about that?'

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Anthony Albanese was asked tough questions on the morning show following alarming reports that children were going to school hungry as families struggled to pay their mortgages. Credit: Facebook/Anthony Albanese.

Barr's comment regarding the theft of food in schools is based on a report from a primary school in NSW. According to the report, some students were resorting to stealing their classmates' lunches because their parents or guardians faced financial difficulties and couldn't afford to provide them with meals.

The prime minister empathised with the challenges faced by Australian families, stating that he understood firsthand what it meant to endure tough times.

'My government will work each and every day to make a difference. We have had global inflation, [which] has had a real impact here as it has around the world,' he said.

Albanese also highlighted the relatively lower interest rates in Australia when compared to the United States and Europe. He further discussed the initiatives undertaken by his government, including the energy rebate, aimed at reducing expenses for households.

Continuing, Barr emphasised the hardships faced by Aussies with mortgages, describing them as being 'smashed' and struggling to keep up with the ongoing increase in interest rates.

'What else can you do for the people who are still spending because it seems the people with the mortgages are just the ones being hit all the time. What's your message to the Reserve Bank?' she asked Albanese.

The prime minister responded: 'Well, you are right, Nat. Some people are doing okay, while others are doing it really tough. And that's why the government has a difficult task to manage.'

'That's why we have to target our spending in a way that doesn't put pressure on inflation, that targets that relief plan that we have,' he said.

'That's why we were conscious about the surplus, we put additional money into public housing.' Albanese conceded it was a 'difficult' situation to address.

The recent reports of school theft shed light on a larger problem related to the rising costs of living. According to Brianna Casey, the Chief Executive of Foodbank, this trend indicates that an increasing number of people are relying on food relief on a regular basis.

'We're hearing reports from schools of children stealing lunch from other children's lunch boxes. The consequences are really alarming from a health perspective and for educational outcomes—we can't expect children to concentrate in class and behave well when they are so hungry they've tipped into “hangry” before the day has started,' Casey said.

Recognising the gravity of the situation, Foodbank has called upon the Reserve Bank to take immediate action by refraining from raising interest rates.

Key Takeaways

• Sunrise host Natalie Barr questioned Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the cost-of-living crisis amid reports of children going to school hungry because families struggle to pay their mortgages.
• Barr shared stories of students scavenging for food in other kids' lunchboxes due to their families financial constraints, asking what the government intends to do about the crisis.
• The interview provoked a response from the Prime Minister, who cited measures like the energy rebate to help reduce household costs and affirmed the government's commitment to alleviating the situation.
• The matter of children not having food at school is supported by reports from the charity group Foodbank, revealing an upsurge in schools signing up with them to provide food for students.

We are well aware of the challenges posed by the increasing costs of living and price hikes. It's a topic that hits close to home for many of us. So, members, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Were you satisfied with Prime Minister Albanese's response? We await your opinions and encourage you to share them in the comments section below!

I am so tired of Mr Albanese using his earlier life of a struggling family life as a shield to hold up as if he understands their plight. The way I see it is, he was raised in public housing, and is still living off the public now. Get over yourself and listen to the people who are really struggling. Have a constructive conversation with people and stop making excuses. Since Labor has been in, we have had higher interest rates, higher food prices, gas and electricity prices through the roof. Give us a break.

 

[Nana Zorak]

Good on Nat for raising these questions.

What made me mad was hearing yesterday that the Politician's received a secret pay rise !!! Really when so many are struggling they get a pay rise on top of their already high pay

Maybe all Politician's should be made live on a normal wage for ...let's say one month and see how they cope

All new pollies should have to live on New Start for at least a year with no bonuses like rent assistance or meal allowances to really see how their voters get on or not. It would be good if pollies were trained for their specific jobs instead of just being "jobs for the boys".