Welcome to Mookheynomics: NSW’s ‘disciplined’ budget to eclipse rivals (opens original article in a new tab)

NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey announces budget aiming to establish the state as Australia's most fiscally responsible with controlled debt despite projected deficit increase and revenue challenges.

• Treasurer Daniel Mookhey claims NSW budget will be the most fiscally responsible in Australia
• Budget faces challenges including tax revenue declines and rising public sector wages
• Deficit expected to increase to $1.1 billion in 2026-27 with delayed surplus for 2027-28