- Western Australia records operating surplus of $2.3billion for the first half of 202526 and on track to deliver eighth consecutive operating surplus
- Investment reflects Cook Government's commitment to strengthening frontline services including health, education and community safety
- $5.9billion infrastructure investment delivering transformational projects including METRONET and Collie battery storage project
- Cook Government committed to keeping WA's economy the strongest in the nation
The Cook Government is continuing to invest in the infrastructure and services Western Australians need for the future while maintaining the strongest economy in the nation, the December2025 Quarterly Financial Results Report reveals.
The report, released by the Department of Treasury and Finance today, shows Western Australia is on track to deliver its eighth consecutive operating surplus, with an operating surplus of $2.3billion for the sixmonths to 31December2025.
The Cook Government is continuing to bolster frontline services, with increased investment in the health and education workforces that support WA's fast-growing population.
Investment in frontline and other government services increased by $2billion compared to the same period last year.
This was driven by significant investment in health and mental health(representing 32 per cent of general government expenses for the six months to 31 December 2025), education(18 per cent) and community safety (11 per cent).
Through strong financial management, the Cook Government is continuing to invest in transformational projects that will deliver quality infrastructure for generations of Western Australians.
Infrastructure investment totalled $5.9billion in the six months to 31December2025, which included the delivery of major METRONET projects and the Collie battery storage project, as well as progressing Clean Energy Link and the New Women and Babies Hospital.
Investment in energy infrastructure has been the largest driver of infrastructure spending in the six months to December, comprising 21 per cent of the total investment, with 15 per cent spent on priority water infrastructure, unlocking opportunities for future growth.
The December2025 outcomes remain broadly consistent with the forecasts reflected in the 202526MidyearReview released in December2025.
Updated projections for the State's financial outlook will be available in the 202627Budget to be released in May2026.
The December2025 Quarterly Financial Results Report is available from the Department of Treasury and Finance website at: www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-treasury-and-finance .
As stated by Treasurer Rita Saffioti:
"With the fastest growing population in the nation, our government is continuing to invest in the infrastructure and frontline services Western Australians need for the future.
"Our responsible budget management means we're on track to deliver an eighth consecutive operating surplus so we can continue our record investment in jobs, health and housing.
"WA's economy remains the envy of the nation and we are committed to supporting the jobs and industries of the future so it can continue to power the nation."
