Which state is being ‘dudded’ on GST?

Tuesday 17 June 2025

The Commonwealth Grants Commission (CGC) reduced Queensland’s share of goods and services tax (GST) revenue by $2.4 billion in March due to the state’s strong revenue from coal royalties.

Queensland’s GST allocation was also reduced by $384 million in 2024-25.

Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers indicated at the time that he would not overrule the independent CGC’s decision.

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About the author

Leith van Onselen is Chief Economist at the MB Fund and MB Super. He is also a co-founder of MacroBusiness. Leith has previously worked at the Australian Treasury, Victorian Treasury and Goldman Sachs.