PolicyEconomySA PoliticsWinners and losers from the South Australian budgetJun 4, 2026 – 3.30pmSouth Australian Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis handed down the state budget on Thursday. The state is forecasting a surplus of $223 million for 2026-27 but net debt levels are projected to rise to $53.6 billion in 2029-30 from $34.6 billion in 2025-26.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Latest In EconomyFetching latest articlesMost Viewed In Policy
Winners and losers from the South Australian budget
The real estate market is projected to slow, a further $319 million is being spent at the Whyalla steelworks, and net debt is soaring to $54b, a burden on younger taxpayers.








