As the nation prepares for the most important night of the year, 9News has announced its comprehensive, multi-platform coverage of Budget 2026. With Australians seeking clarity on the nation’s financial future, 9News is committed to providing unrivalled reporting across Channel 9 and 9Now, ensuring every citizen understands exactly “what’s in it for you.”

Our expert panel will be on the ground asking the tough questions live. Led by Finance Editor Chris Kohler, Money Editor Effie Zahos, Political Editor Charles Croucher and National Affairs Editor Andrew Probyn, the team will cut through the noise to analyse the issues that matter most: housing affordability, tax cuts, fuel subsidies, and the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

The evening’s coverage begins at 6.00pm with full analysis in the Network’s flagship 9News bulletin. When the Treasurer officially unveils his budget 9News will break it down live in Budget Revealed streaming from 7.30pm AEST on 9Now and the 9News social accounts: TikTok, YouTube and Facebook. Then full analysis at 8.30pm with a 9News Budget Special hosted by Peter Overton, providing the final word on the government’s spending and its direct impact on your household budget. Through it all, our expert panel will be answering questions sent in by viewers using an on-screen QR code and social media.

Stay informed as 9News delivers the most essential breakdown of the year’s biggest economic event, tomorrow night. 

Monday 11 May, 2026