Pensioner 'a bit happier' after budget but still afraid to turn lights on

Theresa Moroney's hopes for the budget were modest — she would like to have enough money left at the end of the week to “go for a cup of coffee” with her grandchild. Picture: Brian Arthur

“I’ve been struggling for a while back. I’ve never found it this hard, actually,” says pensioner Theresa Moroney.

The 71-year-old had hoped Tuesday's budget would provide some reassurance in the face of rising costs but despite a number of measures that will impact her, she still has concerns.