澳大利亚纳税人在2025年为前总理的支出花费了140万澳元,引发了关于恢复养老金的争论. Australian taxpayers spent $1.4M on former PMs’ expenses in 2025, sparking debate over pension reinstatement.

2025年,澳大利亚纳税人花费近140万美元用于7名前总理的生活费,包括办公室费用、旅费和汽车津贴。 In 2025, Australian taxpayers spent nearly $1.4 million on expenses for seven living former prime ministers, covering office costs, travel, and car allowances. Malcolm Turnbull索赔数额最多,为325 935美元,主要归因于他的悉尼办公室和1 000美元的意外保险,而Julia Gillard至少花费了96 300美元。 Malcolm Turnbull claimed the most at $325,935, largely due to his Sydney office and $1,000 in accident insurance, while Julia Gillard spent the least at $96,300. 所有前总理每年都获得办公空间和多达30次国内航班,其中一些人要求支付配偶或私营部门角色的费用。 All former PMs received office space and up to 30 domestic flights annually, with some claiming expenses for spouses or private sector roles. 虽然一些前领导人仍然有资格领取养恤金,但多数人不再领取养恤金。 Pensions are no longer provided to most, though some former leaders remain eligible. 该制度支持履行公共职责,但关于恢复养老金的辩论仍在继续。 The system supports public duties, but debate continues over reinstating pensions.