$3bn hit on smokers: Rollies now in firing line
A loophole for loose-leaf tobacco will be closed with roll-your-own smokes to be taxed the same as ready-made cigarettes.
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Whyalla’s blue steel plant on track for $2bn green makeover
A hydrogen power plant at Whyalla is ready to snare a share of $2bn in budget funds to produce green steel, among the major wins for cash splashes in SA.
‘Biggest bugbear’: Power cashback on way for South Aussie battlers
Around half of all South Australian households and tens of thousands of small businesses will get a cashback to help with their energy bills. See if you’re eligible and how much you’ll get.
‘Betrayal’: Treasurer reacts to $300bn tax cuts
Critics have blasted the government for committing to a $300 billion tax vow while Aussies are struggling.
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Young people may be biggest budget losers
A tax offset for lower income earners hangs in the balance ahead of the Federal Budget announcement this week.
‘We’ve done our homework’: PM’s budget vow
All eyes will be on how Scott Morrison and Josh Frydenberg plan to tackle the mounting cost of living, with the Prime Minister offering assurances ahead of the budget.
Life changing drug now affordable
A medication that can extend the life expectancy of Australians living with a debilitating disease will see a price drop of $250,000 a year.
Full List: Supermarket price hikes and 10 ways to save cash
As Aussies face higher fuel prices, these are the next items that will go up in price at the supermarket and how you can still save money.
Josh’s promise to millions of Aussies
As many Australians battle with the cost of living, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg is making a big promise to one group of people.
Lifeline’s funding boost to save lives
Lifeline Australia will receive an additional $52.3m over four years to boost its vital services, with the Prime Minister acknowledging its critical work.
Incredible moment for mum who lost baby
A mother whose baby girl died from a rare disease has experienced an incredible moment after years fighting for one thing.
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