Australia Budget: Government unveils fiscal plan aimed at wooing voters ahead of May election
Australia has unveiled its latest budget, announcing fresh tax cuts and cost-of-living relief, as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's Labor government launches a charm offensive, hoping to win a second term in the election next month. Treasurer Jim Chalmers also highlighted the importance of building a more competitive and productive economy as the "best defence" against tariffs and global economic uncertainty. Roger Maynard has more.
Australia has unveiled its latest budget, announcing fresh tax cuts and cost-of-living relief, as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's Labor government launches a charm offensive, hoping to win a second term in the election next month. Treasurer Jim Chalmers also highlighted the importance of building a more competitive and productive economy as the "best defence" against tariffs and global economic uncertainty. Roger Maynard has more.