Jim Chalmers hands down the first surplus in 15 years, is the budget a disingenuous "cash splash"? Industry leaders warn gas-tax hikes could hurt investment and jobs. Plus, Keith Pitt on Labor's budget handouts.

<p>Jim Chalmers hands down the first surplus in 15 years, is the budget a disingenuous "cash splash"? Industry leaders warn gas-tax hikes could hurt investment and jobs. Plus, Keith Pitt on Labor's budget handouts.</p>

Renowned award-winning political and investigative journalist Sharri Markson with her take on the big news stories of the day.

<p>Renowned award-winning political and investigative journalist Sharri Markson with her take on the big news stories of the day.</p>

The Daily Telegraph&apos;s award-winning Political Editor-at-Large Sharri Markson takes a look at the day&apos;s political news and what&apos;s on the agenda for the week ahead.

Sharri

The Daily Telegraph's award-winning Political Editor-at-Large Sharri Markson takes a look at the day's political news and what's on the agenda for the week ahead.

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