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Debate on Western Australia's budget, focusing on regional disparities, debt, housing affordability, and government spending priorities.
🟡 Medium · Speech14 May 2026 · 19,055 words
WA budget debated: regional neglect, rising debt, housing crisis, and questionable spending prioriti
WA's budget faces scrutiny over regional funding, debt levels, and housing affordability challenges.
“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 developmenthousing affordabilityeconomic policy
Legislation Referenced
· 14 May 2026
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