News: Australia 2022/23 budget surplus set to be around A$20 bln - Treasurer, page-5

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    That is the gross figure. Click the link and read the fine print.

    Nonetheless, you can still have a surplus for the year, despite having a long term debt. Its the same with companies - they can make a profit, but still owe money to the bank.
 
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