What does the 2024 Budget really mean?

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May 14, 2024 was the day the Government delivered the 2024 Federal Budget. It would be fair to say it contained no surprises from a wealth perspective, with almost everything announced in advance. But it’s what was not mentioned that perhaps raises the most questions, leading the question of what does the 2024 Budget really mean?

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