Jim Chalmers’ federal budget 2026: what we know so far about tax, housing, fuel and broken promises (opens in new tab)

The long sell for Labor’s budget package means we know a lot about what to expect on Tuesday nightFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastJim Chalmers says this week’s federal budget will be Labor’s most ambitious yet, helping manage disruption from the war in Iran and improving intergenerational equity in Australia.The long sell for the treasurer’s fifth budget package means we know a lot of what to expect on Tuesday ni...