The Alliance Opposition has today labelled the Cook Labor Government’s Budget as one which leaves WA behind.
Opposition Leader Shane Love said despite posting a $3.2 billion surplus, the 2024/25 Budget did nothing to support West Australian’s grappling with the cost-of-living crisis.
“Treasurer Saffioti has made clear today that the gargantuan METRONET project, now blown out to $12.6 billion, is more important to Labor than supporting WA families.”
“Beyond an inflationary and non-means-tested electricity credit, we’ve seen nothing to alleviate the pressure which continues to mount for households.”
“I have no doubt the credit will be welcome relief to many, but the credit masks ever-increasing household fees and charges.”
“One thing is clear – this Cook Labor Government has lost touch with WA and it has the wrong priorities.”
“Premier Cook has handed control over to a Treasurer – who happens to be the Minister with the largest cost blow-outs in their portfolio.”
“We’re facing a cost-of-living crisis, a housing crisis, a crime crisis – Labor need to look up and realise they’re leaving WA behind.
