Watt a relief! Queenslanders spark up with $1,000 electricity credit
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In what's being hailed as the 'biggest cost of living initiative by a state government ever,' Queenslanders are set to receive a substantial financial boost to help manage the rising costs of energy bills.
As the cost of living continues to climb, with electricity costs and broader inflation putting significant pressure on household budgets, this news comes as a welcome relief for millions of Australians.
The Miles Labor Government recently announced a key cost of living package, revealing that all Queensland households will be eligible for a $1,000 credit on their electricity bills.
This generous rebate was almost double the $550 paid out earlier this year and was set to make a real difference in the lives of many.
Starting in July, the payments will be applied directly to household bills, meaning that most Queenslanders will not have to pay ‘a single cent’ on their first power bill of the new financial year. For some, this could mean not having to worry about a power bill until 2025.
The measure, valued at over $2.5 billion, will be funded by coal royalties. This is a strategic move by the state government to redistribute the wealth generated from natural resources back to the people.
This initiative was not only about immediate relief but also about acknowledging the increased financial pressures faced by individuals and families due to growing everyday expenses such as mortgage repayments and rent.
In a joint statement, Premier Steven Miles and Deputy Premier Cameron Dick dubbed it as the ‘biggest cost of living initiative by a state government ever’.
Mr Miles expressed the urgency of delivering this relief, stating, ‘I said we would use the budget to deliver cost of living relief but I’ve decided it's too urgent to wait that long.’
This announcement came at a critical time, less than six months ahead of the next election and following a series of polls indicating a potential defeat for the Labor Party.
‘We've known for some time that David Crisafulli and the LNP are ahead and most likely to win the next election,’ Mr Miles said.
In a bid to secure the future of Queenslanders' finances, a special appropriation bill will be introduced to expedite the payment process.
Additionally, the state government has committed to continuing its support for small businesses by reducing power bills by $325.
The impact of previous rebates has been significant, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics data showing a 9.5 per cent decrease in electricity bills.
These rebates also contributed to Queensland's lower inflation levels than the national average, with power bills 'remaining lower than under the LNP'.
Deputy Premier and Treasurer Cameron Dick emphasised that the relief would reach 'every single household', helping families across Queensland 'make ends meet'.
‘Our investment back into the people of this state is only possible because the Miles Labor Government is collecting Queensland’s fair share of coal royalties from multinational mining companies,’ Mr Dick stated.
Last year's nearly $14 billion surplus, attributed to a strong labour market and high coal prices, positioned the government to offer these record rebates.
Mr Dick also pointed out that delivering the rebates 'upfront' ensures they cannot be 'undone' by a future Liberal government.
‘Rather than owning our assets, the LNP want us to hurtle towards an expensive, privatised and uncertain nuclear future with higher prices and dividends going offshore, rather than back to Queenslanders,’ he said.
As millions of Australians are set to receive financial relief from the government to help with energy bills, it's clear that the issue of the cost of living is at the forefront of many people's minds.
With the announcement of the biggest cost of living initiative by a state government ever, there's hope on the horizon for those struggling with rising expenses. This was preceded by other cost-of-living relief measures implemented late last year.
This significant assistance comes at a crucial time, especially for seniors and other vulnerable groups who may be particularly affected by increasing costs.
Will this rebate make a difference in your life? How do you plan to use the extra funds? Share your stories and opinions in the comments below.
As the cost of living continues to climb, with electricity costs and broader inflation putting significant pressure on household budgets, this news comes as a welcome relief for millions of Australians.
The Miles Labor Government recently announced a key cost of living package, revealing that all Queensland households will be eligible for a $1,000 credit on their electricity bills.
This generous rebate was almost double the $550 paid out earlier this year and was set to make a real difference in the lives of many.
Starting in July, the payments will be applied directly to household bills, meaning that most Queenslanders will not have to pay ‘a single cent’ on their first power bill of the new financial year. For some, this could mean not having to worry about a power bill until 2025.
Queensland households were set to get $1,000 electricity bill credit in cost-of-living package by the Miles Labor Government. Credits: Shutterstock
The measure, valued at over $2.5 billion, will be funded by coal royalties. This is a strategic move by the state government to redistribute the wealth generated from natural resources back to the people.
This initiative was not only about immediate relief but also about acknowledging the increased financial pressures faced by individuals and families due to growing everyday expenses such as mortgage repayments and rent.
In a joint statement, Premier Steven Miles and Deputy Premier Cameron Dick dubbed it as the ‘biggest cost of living initiative by a state government ever’.
Mr Miles expressed the urgency of delivering this relief, stating, ‘I said we would use the budget to deliver cost of living relief but I’ve decided it's too urgent to wait that long.’
This announcement came at a critical time, less than six months ahead of the next election and following a series of polls indicating a potential defeat for the Labor Party.
‘We've known for some time that David Crisafulli and the LNP are ahead and most likely to win the next election,’ Mr Miles said.
In a bid to secure the future of Queenslanders' finances, a special appropriation bill will be introduced to expedite the payment process.
Additionally, the state government has committed to continuing its support for small businesses by reducing power bills by $325.
The impact of previous rebates has been significant, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics data showing a 9.5 per cent decrease in electricity bills.
These rebates also contributed to Queensland's lower inflation levels than the national average, with power bills 'remaining lower than under the LNP'.
Deputy Premier and Treasurer Cameron Dick emphasised that the relief would reach 'every single household', helping families across Queensland 'make ends meet'.
‘Our investment back into the people of this state is only possible because the Miles Labor Government is collecting Queensland’s fair share of coal royalties from multinational mining companies,’ Mr Dick stated.
Last year's nearly $14 billion surplus, attributed to a strong labour market and high coal prices, positioned the government to offer these record rebates.
Mr Dick also pointed out that delivering the rebates 'upfront' ensures they cannot be 'undone' by a future Liberal government.
‘Rather than owning our assets, the LNP want us to hurtle towards an expensive, privatised and uncertain nuclear future with higher prices and dividends going offshore, rather than back to Queenslanders,’ he said.
As millions of Australians are set to receive financial relief from the government to help with energy bills, it's clear that the issue of the cost of living is at the forefront of many people's minds.
With the announcement of the biggest cost of living initiative by a state government ever, there's hope on the horizon for those struggling with rising expenses. This was preceded by other cost-of-living relief measures implemented late last year.
This significant assistance comes at a crucial time, especially for seniors and other vulnerable groups who may be particularly affected by increasing costs.
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...we have solar panels and our electricity account has been in credit since we moved into our new home 4 years ago, even with the addition of air conditioning last Spring! Mind you, we have withdrawn some of the credit on our electricity account in the past and used it to pay down our Council Rates!
-barrelling of which even Scotty-from-Marketing and his sports-rorts Minister would have been proud but NO, Qld is not broke - 2021/22 budget in 4.3bn Surplus, 2022/23 budget in 13.9bn Surplus and it was in balance in December 2023 when the mid-year review was released. But, due to a 25% drop in Royalties caused by a fall in the price of coking coal and a reduction in the state's GST share, the next few years are "possibly going to be difficult"!
yep it’s being credited to your bill just looked it up.so no fresh 
for you sorry
