Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
2026 BUDGET
Last night the Federal Government handed down it's Budget. It's Australia's most highly anticipated booklet. So anticipated that to get early access to it you must be locked in a room without wi-fi. Every year, the government makes hundreds of billions of dollars from taxpayers and the Budget is basically the instruction manual on where the government wants all that money to go. In charge of that is Treasurer, Jim Chalmers. Cost of living is a big focus in this budget, with oil prices rising from the war in Iran. So, tax rates are getting some major cuts to help workers keep more of what they earn, along with a bunch of smaller changes the government hopes will ease pressure. They're also boosting defence spending, making medicine and going to the doctor cheaper, and investing into strengthening Australia's fuel supply. The Budget also included some pretty controversial cuts to the National Disability Insurance Scheme and there are also huge changes that will see property investors make less money and make it easier for young people to buy a home. Although not everyone agrees that's the way to go. Either way the budget is here to stay, until next year at least when they'll release another one.
YINDJIBARNDI NATIVE TITLE
Traditional Owners from Western Australia's Pilbara region have been awarded the biggest Native Title compensation payout ever in Australia. Yesterday the Federal Court ruled that mining company Fortescue pay the Yindjibarndi people $150.1 million in compensation after it was found that Fortescue had mined on Yindjibarndi lands without permission. That money was awarded to the Yindijbarndi people for cultural and economic losses.
BAHÁ'Í KIDS
The Baháʼí faith is when believers follow one God and try to accept everybody. Baháʼís believe that Bahá'u'lláh is the founder of the Baháʼí faith. Bahá'u'lláh was born in the 1800s in Persia, which is now part of modern-day Iran. Baháʼís believe he was sent by God to share the Baháʼí teachings and help bring peace to the world. Baháʼís believe in manifestations of God. Manifestations of God are messengers who bring different religions and teachings to the world. For Christians it's Jesus, for Baháʼís it's Bahá'u'lláh, and for Buddhists it's Buddha. Baháʼís follow the teachings of Bahá'u'lláh and also look to the teachings of other religions as well. Baháʼís celebrate special days called Holy Days. One of them is Ridván. Ridván marks the time when Bahá'u'lláh declared that he was a messenger of God. Some stories say that in the garden, Bahá'u'lláh stayed in a tent surrounded by roses piled so high you couldn't see the person on the other side. Some Baháʼís say the best part about their faith is meeting new friends and taking part in fun traditions.
PYGMY HIPPO
A very adorable baby Pygmy Hippo has just been born at Berlin Zoo. Pygmy hippos are endangered so it was pretty exciting for zoo staff. As for the baby hippo, she's doing well and is pretty excited to be eating her vegetables.
PEACOCK INVASION
More than 100 peacocks have flocked to a coastal town in northern Italy. While some locals have welcomed the birds, others aren't fans of the feathered fowls who have taken over roads balconies and the beach.
OLDEST POEM
The oldest known poem has recently been rediscovered in a library in Rome. The nine line piece of poetry was written more than 1,300 years ago by a cow herder in England and talks about God and the creation of the world.
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2026 BUDGET
Last night the Federal Government handed down it's Budget. It's Australia's most highly anticipated booklet. So anticipated that to get early access to it you must be locked in a room without wi-fi. Every year, the government makes hundreds of billions of dollars from taxpayers and the Budget is basically the instruction manual on where the government wants all that money to go. In charge of that is Treasurer, Jim Chalmers. Cost of living is a big focus in this budget, with oil prices rising from the war in Iran. So, tax rates are getting some major cuts to help workers keep more of what they earn, along with a bunch of smaller changes the government hopes will ease pressure. They're also boosting defence spending, making medicine and going to the doctor cheaper, and investing into strengthening Australia's fuel supply. The Budget also included some pretty controversial cuts to the National Disability Insurance Scheme and there are also huge changes that will see property investors make less money and make it easier for young people to buy a home. Although not everyone agrees that's the way to go. Either way the budget is here to stay, until next year at least when they'll release another one.
YINDJIBARNDI NATIVE TITLE
Traditional Owners from Western Australia's Pilbara region have been awarded the biggest Native Title compensation payout ever in Australia. Yesterday the Federal Court ruled that mining company Fortescue pay the Yindjibarndi people $150.1 million in compensation after it was found that Fortescue had mined on Yindjibarndi lands without permission. That money was awarded to the Yindijbarndi people for cultural and economic losses.
BAHÁ'Í KIDS
The Baháʼí faith is when believers follow one God and try to accept everybody. Baháʼís believe that Bahá'u'lláh is the founder of the Baháʼí faith. Bahá'u'lláh was born in the 1800s in Persia, which is now part of modern-day Iran. Baháʼís believe he was sent by God to share the Baháʼí teachings and help bring peace to the world. Baháʼís believe in manifestations of God. Manifestations of God are messengers who bring different religions and teachings to the world. For Christians it's Jesus, for Baháʼís it's Bahá'u'lláh, and for Buddhists it's Buddha. Baháʼís follow the teachings of Bahá'u'lláh and also look to the teachings of other religions as well. Baháʼís celebrate special days called Holy Days. One of them is Ridván. Ridván marks the time when Bahá'u'lláh declared that he was a messenger of God. Some stories say that in the garden, Bahá'u'lláh stayed in a tent surrounded by roses piled so high you couldn't see the person on the other side. Some Baháʼís say the best part about their faith is meeting new friends and taking part in fun traditions.
PYGMY HIPPO
A very adorable baby Pygmy Hippo has just been born at Berlin Zoo. Pygmy hippos are endangered so it was pretty exciting for zoo staff. As for the baby hippo, she's doing well and is pretty excited to be eating her vegetables.
PEACOCK INVASION
More than 100 peacocks have flocked to a coastal town in northern Italy. While some locals have welcomed the birds, others aren't fans of the feathered fowls who have taken over roads balconies and the beach.
OLDEST POEM
The oldest known poem has recently been rediscovered in a library in Rome. The nine line piece of poetry was written more than 1,300 years ago by a cow herder in England and talks about God and the creation of the world.
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For the past 55 years, Behind the News has been helping to break down current issues and events for young people all around the world. The program is a high-energy, fun way for people to learn about the stories we see in the news while providing background information that isn’t usually given by other news bulletins.
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