Liberal-National Party Treasurer David Janetzki concedes Queensland is at risk of a credit downgrade but insists his budget is careful and responsible.

David Janetzki insists Queensland will see stable revenue growth, even as federal tax changes threaten to trigger a major hit to stamp duties.

Economists say credit rating agencies will be watching closely when the LNP government hands down it’s second annual budget on Tuesday.

Money to upgrade coal-fired power stations and build new transmission lines will be included in a budget that seeks a pathway back to surplus.

The Queensland government has handed down its 2026/27 state budget, its second since assuming government in 2024.

Treasurer David Janetzki has handed down his second budget. Here’s a quick snapshot of what it means for you.

Growth in the state’s debt will continue at a reduced level amid a focus on balance-sheet repair, as major infrastructure costs remain unclear.

Liberal-National Party Treasurer David Janetzki concedes Queensland is at risk of a credit downgrade but insists his budget is careful and responsible.

There were no sugar-hit handouts for households, but the state’s coffers were the unexpected winners of this budget.