Regional Delivery Plan highlights
Queensland Fuel Security Plan
Fast-tracking the Taroom Trough Development Plan and investing in new refining and storage capability on Queensland soil.
Homes for frontline workers
Delivering fit-for-purpose and secure government employee housing to attract and retain key frontline staff delivering local services in Longreach and Blackall.
Longreach water security
Upgrading five weirs along the Thomson River and other water infrastructure to secure the town's water supply and support future growth ($12 million over three years). Part of the National Water Grid Fund, delivered in partnership with the Federal Government.
Diamantina Developmental Road
Progressing road-sealing works on Diamantina Developmental Road as part of the Country Roads Connect Program, providing more reliable connectivity and supporting stronger economies for regional Queensland communities.
Keeping our kids safe
Boosting the safety of children in childcare, schools and the community with $450 million to progress recommendations from the Child Safety Commission of Inquiry, as well as establish a new Queensland Protection Commission and a first-of-its-kind Intelligence Hub.
Rural Fire Service Queensland trucks
Delivering new and replacement rural fire trucks to provide volunteers with the equipment needed to help protect the community ($20.5 million in 2026-27).
How is the Budget delivering in other Queensland regions?
The 2026-27 Queensland Budget is strengthening the foundations for a Fresh Start - making Queensland safer, restoring health services when Queenslanders need them most, easing national cost of living pressures, as well as delivering generational infrastructure for all of Queensland. Read the Regional Delivery Plans for other Queensland regions to find out more.
DELIVERING for Queensland
See more of what's being delivered in your region and across Queensland.