No decision yet: Treasurer Wayne Swan
No final decision on 'infrastructure bank': Swan
By Online parliamentary correspondent Emma Rodgers
Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan has not ruled out the possibility the Government will set up a "infrastructure bank" but has indicated it may not be its preferred option to help states fund infrastructure projects.
Yesterday in Parliament Prime Minister Kevin Rudd said the Government would "embrace a new approach" for infrastructure funding after being asked by Opposition Leader Malcolm Turnbull if it was moving to set up a bank.
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Julie Bishop rejects reports of internal dissent over her performance as Opposition treasury spokeswoman.
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Middle class anger
Movie stars and sportsmen join thousands of Mumbai citizens in a protest against last week's attacks.
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Shipping industry urges Govt action on piracy
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Obama has team to do the job: expert
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Bye bye Baa-Baas
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Doctor performs SMS amputation after hippo attack
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