Reported at www.theguardian.com: The Australian federal government will deliver its budget on 25 March, postponing an expected election announcement due to the impending impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese had been anticipated to call elections for 12 April but chose to delay until after the cyclone’s threat subsides, making elections likely on 3, 10, or 17 May.

Senior officials confirmed the budget will be used as a platform to promote Labor’s vision ahead of the campaign.