Queensland State Budget 2008-09
Treasurer's introduction
 Andrew Fraser MP |
Queensland is experiencing the most sustained period of economic and population growth in its history. The State's prosperity is generating unprecedented demand for housing, health care, schools, transport, other essential services and vital infrastructure throughout Queensland's regions. The Budget delivers massive injections of funding to our public hospitals and healthcare system. It funds the biggest capital works program in the State's history. In shaping the 2008-09 Budget, the Government has chosen to build tomorrow's Queensland today. |
Budget at a glance
Key priorities of the 2008-09 Budget are congestion management, housing affordability, delivering on the Health Action Plan and strengthened community services.
- Tax saving of up to $9,500 for first home buyers.
- Full abolition of mortgage duty brought forward to 1 July 2008.
- Record 17% increase in health spending.
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