Jun 24, 2026 – 10.30pmAnthony Albanese says criticism of last month’s budget is similar to that surrounding the introduction of the fringe benefits tax four decades ago, while also contending that he leads a consensus government.In a speech to the Committee for the Economic Development of Australia to be delivered on Thursday, the prime minister will also press his case that unless the government responds to the need for change, parties such as One Nation will continue to prosper.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles