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RUDD REVEALS $1.3BN SPENDING CUT

Wednesday, 7 May, 2008
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Mr Rudd vowed to end what he called "profligate spending", saying cuts were needed to reduce pressure on families from high interest rates.
Next week's budget will cut $1.3 billion from federal department spending to help families battling inflation, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd says.

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  • WENDY BUNCE FROM AUSTRALIA SAYS: 10:54:39 PM Friday, 9th May, 2008

    Inflation is a big problem, but running out of available fresh water is a far greater

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  • MARY FROM ADELAIDE SAYS: 06:30:24 PM Friday, 9th May, 2008

    Yes, food had become so expensive...and petrol...and rent!

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