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Debate on Western Australia's budget, focusing on regional investment, debt, housing affordability, and government spending priorities.
🟡 Medium · Speech14 May 2026 · 23,784 words
WA budget scrutinised: regional neglect, rising debt, housing crisis, and questionable spending unde
Budget faces criticism for regional underinvestment, increasing debt, and failing to address housing
“At the end of the day, this budget never quite escapes the feeling that regional Western Australia is still expected to carry more than its fair share while settling for less than it deserves.”
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Members who spoke
Freeman, JulieRowe, SamanthaThomas, SteveThomson, Neil
Topics
budgetregional developmenthousingdebtenergyplanning
Legislation Referenced
· 14 May 2026
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