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Budget criticised for neglecting needy

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Australian Council of Social Service CEO Cassandra Goldie. Source: AAP

Some interest groups say vital services being ignored to fund tax breaks and Budget surplus.

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Some interest groups say vital services being ignored to fund tax breaks and Budget surplus.

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