The winners and losers in Queensland's state budget (opens original article in a new tab)

Queensland's state budget for 2026 includes a $6.2 billion operating deficit, with support for public service, housing, health, and infrastructure, while mining companies face cuts.

• Queensland's operating deficit is forecast to reach $6.2 billion in the next financial year
• Public service, housing, health, child safety, infrastructure, Olympics, education, and Great Barrier Reef received budget support
• Mining companies are listed as losers in the budget