- The Crisafulli Government's flagship Back to School Boost - a timely and targeted cost-of-living support measure - has put more than $15 million in the pockets of Queensland mums and dads.
- Through the initiative, parents of all Queensland primary school aged children received $100 on their school account to help subsidise the cost of school supplies.
- The Crisafulli Government is delivering cost of living relief Queenslanders can rely on where it is needed, after a decade of Labor decline.
The Crisafulli Government is delivering cost of living relief Queenslanders can rely on to help cover the cost of school essentials, with almost 50 per cent of the popular Back to School Boost now utilised by Queensland's primary school parents.
More than $15.2 million has been taken up by mums and dads across the State to help ease costs for school supplies, including uniforms, stationery, excursions, musical instruments and extracurricular activities.
The $100 Back to School Boost applies to every primary school aged child across the State, private and home school education and is part of the Crisafulli Government's plan to deliver a fresh start for Queensland. It is provided once per year.
The former Labor Government ignored pleas for genuine cost-of-living school support during their decade of decline and drove up a $441 million infrastructure repair bill in state schools across Queensland.
The Crisafulli Government is delivering a plan for Queensland's future by providing genuine cost-of-living support where it's needed, including the $100 Back to School Boost and the $200 Play on Sports Vouchers.
Minister for Education John-Paul Langbroek said parents had flexibility to use the payment throughout the year in the best way they see fit.
"Back to School Boost has proven to be an incredible support for Queensland families, ensuring that all students, regardless of their circumstances, started the new school year with confidence," Minister Langbroek said.
"This initiative is about more than just financial assistance – it's about investing in our young people and their futures.
"This targeted funding injection can only be used for school expenses and it's doing exactly what we intended, which is putting money back in the pockets of Queensland mums and dads.
"Whether it's in regional areas like Gympie and Gladstone or city electorates like Stafford and South Brisbane, Back to School Boost is providing targeted support to help families manage rising costs.
"We know rising costs add pressure to families and businesses, so it's encouraging to see this Boost is also trickling down to local businesses with book suppliers, uniform shops and other local retailers benefitting.
"With winter rolling in, Back to School Boost will be a big help for families who need to buy winter jumpers and coats.
"While around 50 per cent of the funding has been utilised, we still have students with credits on their account, and I encourage families to make use of this support measure."
The Back to School Boost is part of the Crisafulli Government's record $21.9 billion Education Budget which is delivering 15 new schools, the $45 million Behaviour Boost, a nation-leading $33 million anti-bullying plan and more teachers, teacher aides and Workplace Health and Safety Officers.
