The Tasmanian Budget has just been released, with a $1B deficit being projected for the 2025-2026 period.

The budget takes into account a wide range of public services however plans have been announced to sell off certain government owned companies and provide further funding for the new Macquarie Point Stadium.

Image: Image by Eduardo Jordan

Produced By: Zachary Probert

Featured In Story: Dr Robert Hortle – Deputy Director of the Tasmanian Policy Exchange at the University of Tasmania

First aired on The Wire, Friday 30 May 2025