Political parties with different policy stances influence the budget outcome
Business
Businesses dedicate significant resources to the lobbying of governments to pursue their own budget agenda
Unions
Represent the interests of their workforce, participate in public debates and focus on industrial relations issues
Environmental Groups
These organisations conduct research, provide educational information and lobby government and companies about environmental issues
Welfare Agencies
Lobby the government in matters of social policy to assist disadvantaged groups
Media
Hold influence on public opinions and encourage public debate on government policies
Interest Groups
Lobby the government on issues affecting members or supporters. They attempt to change or pressure government into introducing new legislation to achieve their aims
International
Influenced by changes in the global business cycle and foreign policies of allied governments
