The Australian Federal Budget for 2026-27 will be handed down in May 2026, the first budget since Labor's re-election in 2025.
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On Thursday 4 June 2026, South Australian Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis handed down the 2026-27 state budget, with a continued focus on health and housing.
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Tasmanian Treasurer Eric Abetz MP delivered the State Budget on Thursday 21 May 2026, alongside the Liberal State Government leader Premier Jeremy Rockliff.