9News will deliver Australia’s most comprehensive coverage of the 2025 Federal Budget, live and free on Channel 9 and 9Now, bringing viewers unrivalled analysis and expert insights from the nation’s most trusted political and finance reporters.

On Tuesday, March 25, 9News will have a powerhouse team covering every angle of Budget day, from early morning updates to in-depth analysis late into the night.

Bringing together an exceptional lineup of the country’s most experienced and respected journalists,9News’ coverage will be led by:

Charles Croucher – Federal Political Editor
Andrew Probyn – National Affairs Editor
Effie Zahos – Money Editor
Chris Kohler – Finance Editor
Liz Daniels – Today Show Political Reporter
Claudia Vrdoljak – Political Reporter
Amanda Copp – Political Reporter

EXTENSIVE COVERAGE ACROSS THE DAY

9News’ Budget coverage will commence on Today, broadcasting live from Canberra on the morning of Budget day.

Updates will continue across the day in9News bulletins at 11.30am, 4.00pm and 6.00pm.

At 10.00pm, 9News will deliver an in-depth 9News Budget Special hosted by Peter Overton, featuring expert analysis from Charles Croucher, Andrew Probyn, Effie Zahos and Chris Kohler. The special will include exclusive interviews with Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor, as well as industry reactions from Amanda Copp.

On Wednesday, our expert team will continue to break down the key takeaways from the Budget, delivering in-depth analysis, reactions and insights throughout the day – helping Australians understand exactly what it means for them.

Additionally, in the lead-up to Budget night, Federal Political EditorCharles Croucher will sit down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with Treasurer Jim Chalmers this Sunday on Weekend Today.

For the most comprehensive coverage and expert analysis of the 2025 Federal Budget, Australians can rely on 9News – the nation’s leader in trusted journalism – live and free on Channel 9 and 9Now.

For further information, please contact:
Terry Stuart
Senior Communications Manager
tstuart@nine.com.au

Friday, March 21, 2025