Backchat is unpacking the biggest news of the week!

First up, we’re joined by Don Dixon, Ramp Worker for Qantas at Sydney Domestic Airport, to discuss how Qantas’ structural changes over the past 2.5 years have resulted in long term consequences for the company, affecting their workers and the Australian public alike.

Who are the winners and losers of this year’s state budget? We're joined by Zee Feed Founder and editor Crystal Andrews to help us make sense of it all, from stamp duty for first home buyers to introducing a pre-kindy year to schools.

Following the announcement that Australia will be accepting more refugees this year, we lastly explore the stories of Marwa Mooen and Athmar Habeb, and examine the crucial role non-government and community organisations play in equipping refugees with the tools to settle into Australia.

Big cheers to our lovely guests for joining us on the show, and our stellar co-hosts Tanita Razaghi and Charles Rushforth. This episode was produced by Timothy Nguyen, Holly Payne, Lill Scott, Vanessa Lim, Jostina Basta, Emma Pham and Eamonn Snow.

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