Budget papers

Every year QCOSS makes a pre-budget submission to the Qld Government (in around November). This submission is drawn from the views of our members - gathered through individual submissions, forums across Queensland, and regular collaboration with a range of peak organisations. It is supported by comprehensive research of national and international literature. In early June the State Budget is delivered and QCOSS is briefed on any implications for vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. We work hard to provide prompt links to information and commentary on budget impacts for those living in poverty, and for the community services sector itself. QCOSS also host an annual budget breakfast – with our community sector partners – where the Treasurer and other MPs are invited to speak.
The Queensland government expects to spend $47 billion in 2011-12, with total planned expenditure on ‘social welfare, housing and other community services’ of $6.1 billion or 13 percent of the total.... We welcome the 11 per cent increase in planned expenditure from last year’s actual investment in this area, particularly given increased community need for support in disaster recovery and managing the rising cost of living.