Shadow Housing Minister Andrew Bragg questions nearly $7 million in taxpayer spending on Labor's 5 percent deposit scheme advertising. In a Senate exchange, Bragg pressed Treasury officials on the campaign cost, with Finance Minister Katy Gallagher defending the expenditure as a public information initiative. Treasury confirmed total spending reached $6,993,751. Bragg argued the scheme offers risky loans without means testing or place caps during constrained supply, potentially pushing entry-level prices higher. The exchange highlights ongoing debate over housing policy, government advertising, and fiscal responsibility. With first home buyers under pressure, the spending scrutiny raises questions about value and effectiveness. Watch the full breakdown. Comment your perspective. Subscribe to Australian Breakdown for daily updates.

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