Queensland economy grows 13 times faster than forecast
Strong consumer spending and residential dwelling investment helped Queensland’s economy rebound this financial year, recording economic growth of 3.25 per cent – 13 times higher than originally forecast in December’s budget.
Ahead of next Tuesday’s budget, Treasurer Cameron Dick said despite the strong economic growth – which was expected to continue into next financial year – the Palaszczuk government did not plan to significantly cut back its coronavirus stimulus spending.
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