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The Australian federal budget has been dealt a $6.9 billion blow due to the booming black market for cigarettes and vapes, prompting the government to increase efforts to crack down on the illegal trade. The decline in tobacco tax revenue is attributed to both the black market and a positive trend of more people quitting smoking.

Garry Tierney, a man from New South Wales, Australia, experienced a stroke while on a caravanning trip. Thanks to a pioneering pilot program called Zeus, which connected paramedics with specialist neurologists through an app, Garry received prompt and effective treatment, making a full recovery within 30 minutes.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers will unveil the Albanese government's fourth budget on Tuesday night, outlining plans for spending and revenue amidst the upcoming federal election. The budget is expected to include cost-of-living relief measures, investments in healthcare and education, and support for industries impacted by Cyclone Alfred and US tariffs.

Katie, a young woman in Hobart, signed a "residential sublet agreement" with Arx Pty Ltd, a company that inserted itself as a sublandlord, leaving Katie and her housemates with no tenancy rights under Tasmanian law. Katie and another housemate plan to go to court to attempt to have their rent returned, highlighting the need for stronger regulations to protect subtenants in Tasmania.

Peter Jordan, husband of federal Victorian MP Monique Ryan, apologized for removing a sign belonging to Liberal Kooyong candidate Amelia Hamer, claiming it was a mistake and should have reported it to the council. The incident sparked criticism from the Liberal Party, who called it hypocritical given the teal independents' focus on integrity and honesty.