Coronavirus restrictions cost economy $4b a week: Frydenberg

Kirsten Lawson
May 4 2020 - 10:30pm
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg will outline the nation's economic path out of the lockdown at a National Press Club address on Tuesday. Picture: Dion Georgopolous
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg will outline the nation's economic path out of the lockdown at a National Press Club address on Tuesday. Picture: Dion Georgopolous

Every week Australia keeps the current restrictions in place will cost the economy $4 billion, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has warned, saying it is crucial to get people back to work.

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Kirsten Lawson

Kirsten Lawson

Political reporter

It's about the truth for me. That means asking questions. Then asking more questions. On the best days, we get answers.

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