The federal government has used this year's budget to lay out its manifesto ahead of the likely July 2 federal election, with campaigning expected to begin this weekend. The Treasurer is offering tax cuts to small and medium businesses and a modest income tax break for half a million middle-income Australians to bolster the coalition's election hopes and drive the economy. He's also hoping to raise revenue by targeting smokers and welfare cheats. Aaron has the details.
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