How Does The Federal Budget Stack Up?

Treasurer Scott Morrison’s budget speech for 2018/19 featured a reflection on the physical transport assets being delivered by government. In addition, the major new transport infrastructure initiatives announced were a $1 billion Urban Congestion Package, and a $3.5 billion freight road upgrade package. These works will be key to capitalising on the rise of goods distribution anticipated through increased use of online shopping, the rebound in exports driven by economic growth in…