Live: Treasurer to unveil $6 billion improvement to federal budget

Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to reveal a $6 billion enhancement to the federal government's estimated budget deficit. OpenAI's report of an agent hack was forwarded to Services Australia on September 10, but the department only noticed it the following day. To address cybersecurity concerns, the email has been redirected to a 24/7 center within the department responsible for monitoring cybersecurity risks continuously.

OpenAI has supplied the government with all the requested data, including technical details and logs, to confirm the safety of individuals' information. Meanwhile, One Nation's Gina Rinehart allegedly attempted to recruit a sitting Liberal MP, Henry Pike, at her $34 million holiday home. Pike, who represents the seat of Bowman, was reportedly invited for lunch alongside One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, her chief-of-staff, and federal MP Barnaby Joyce.

Rinehart reportedly questioned Pike about his potential affiliation with One Nation during the gathering. Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek has supported Labor's cost-of-living assistance, anticipating an interest rate increase from the Reserve Bank. She highlighted the government's efforts to improve bulk billing and reduce prescription costs.

Meanwhile, One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce proposed stopping spending on renewable energy, despite acknowledging that Australia's inflation rate is the highest among developed nations. Joyce also suggested refurbishing every coal-fired power station in Australia using the funds from the Snowy Hydro 2.0 project, despite acknowledging the cost increase.

Treasurer Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher are scheduled to announce a $6 billion improvement to the federal budget, with the actual outcome expected to show a $6 billion reduction in the $28.3 billion deficit forecast from May.