Budget 2017 and reactions

Treasurer Scott Morrison hands down the 2017 Budget in Parliament

Treasurer Scott Morrison hands down the 2017 Budget in Parliament Source: AAP

Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison has handed down his second Budget, promising that Australia's economy is "moving towards better days." He says the measures contained in his Budget are about making the "right choices, to secure better days ahead." But with tough welfare changes among his choices, this Budget may prove controversial.



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