Josh Frydenberg warns states not to 'overreact' to Omicron variant amid economic recovery
ABCThe Federal government is warning states to stay open or risk Australia's economic recovery from COVID-19 shutdowns. Key points: Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg warns states not to 'overreact' to the Omicron variant, in order to maintain economic momentum Queensland and the Northern Territory will soon open their borders, but Western Australia will stay closed until next year Mr Frydenberg also says Australia is not experiencing the same inflationary pressures as in the UK and US The warning comes as Treasurer Josh Frydenberg gears up to deliver his Mid-Year Economic Fiscal Outlook report. Good election news for Morrison Photo shows Scott Morrison looks into the distance while listening to Josh Frydenberg at a joint press conference All sorts of things determine election outcomes but the economy is one and right now it could scarcely look better for the government. "I think — rather than trying to pick fights with premiers and chief ministers — they'd be better to work with the states and territories," Mr Leigh said. Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says MYEFO will forecast more workers arriving in Australia next year.
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