Five key takeaways from Crisafulli's second budget (opens original article in a new tab)

Queensland's budget emphasizes stability and infrastructure investment but faces criticism for inadequate cost-of-living relief and health funding. The state's debt and interest payments are projected to exceed Olympic construction costs.

• Queensland's 2026-27 budget focuses on stability amid global volatility and Canberra uncertainty.
• The government claims a record cost-of-living relief package but faces criticism for insufficient support for families and temporary public sector workers.
• Health funding increase falls short of demand and inflation, while infrastructure spending includes major projects and Olympic-related investments.