Jim Chalmers reflects on a quarter-century of Power

Jim ChalmersFederal treasurer
Sep 22, 2026 – 8.16pm

The modern history of our country, of any country, is inevitably a history of power – how, why and where it’s exercised, and to what end.

That’s the other reason I was pleased to accept tonight’s invitation: because I’ve always been fascinated by power and its purpose.

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• Power List
• Jim Chalmers
• Opinion
• Political leadership
• Paul Keating
• Australian economy

Jim ChalmersFederal treasurerJim Chalmers is the federal treasurer.

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