The Telegraph logo The Telegraph 5 months ago

Thousands of dead Australians get 900 stimulus cheques

Kevin Rudd has said the misdirected stimulus money will still help the economy Photo: REUTERS The bonuses have also been paid to thousands of people living overseas, the government admitted. Full Article at The Telegraph

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  1. The estate typically is going to consist of ordinary Australians who will in turn get the payments, and on balance over time, will spend those payments
    – Lindsay Tanner SOURCE: The Telegraph 5 months ago
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