HISTORICAL FACTS: 11 - Caught on Camera

Albanese government uses its political dominance to implement a ‘Labor’ agenda

The tilt of this budget was, when you think about it, predictable.

The Conversation · May 12

Bleak outlook for national economy if Iran war drags on

Higher budget spending won't help the Reserve Bank, economists warn, as a prolonged war in the Middle East is forecast to push inflation above seven per cent.

AAP · May 12

Tax relief for workers and pain for investors in budget

Australians who earn a wage will get $250 in tax relief as part of Labor's budget, but investors and wealthy families could be left worse off.

AAP · May 12

In this year’s budget, Chalmers has to keep a lid on spending – or risk stoking inflation

Crafting a federal budget is never easy. Tonight’s budget is harder than most.

The Conversation · May 11

Calls for options in budget to ease pressure on parents

Parents are hoping the federal budget will include more choice, transparency and reform when it comes to child care by providing more subsidy options.

AAP · May 11

Is the Howard era over? Albanese and Chalmers are betting the budget it is

With baby boomers outnumbered on the electoral roll, Labor are finally emerging from their shell to address intergenerational unfairness

The Guardian - AU · May 11

Budget contains $45bn bottom-line improvement over four years as Jim Chalmers promises ‘spending restraint’

Anthony Albanese says ‘very wide-ranging budget’ will have a focus on housing, productivity and fuel security

The Guardian - AU · May 11

What To Expect From Tomorrow’s 26/27 Australian Federal Budget

The Albanese government hands down the 2026 federal budget tomorrow night. Here’s a simple guide to the key changes amidst the jargon.

Pedestrian.tv · May 11

'Need to do more': Labor to lift lid on housing reform

Australians are under financial pressure and the government cannot "just sit back", the prime minister says, as his treasurer prepares to hand down the budget.

AAP · May 11

Budget boost to tackle growing ranks of homeless youth

Helping homeless young Australians to find a place to live is the aim of a $60 million federal budget measure to even the odds of renting a room.

AAP · May 11