- Budget delivers real cost-of-living relief and housing in the Peel region
- Cook Labor Government to invest $9.5 billion in infrastructure throughout regional Western Australia over the next four years
- More than $4 billion delivered through Royalties for Regions Program
- Cook Labor Government committed to delivering jobs, health, education, creating safe and inclusive communities, and protecting and restoring WA's environment
The Cook Labor Government is delivering for the Peel region through the 2026-27 State Budget, which will provide real cost-of-living relief and housing for Western Australians in this vitally important region.
As part of the 2026-27 State Budget, the Cook Labor Government will be investing in a range of measures to support Mandurah and the Peel region so it can continue playing its role in Western Australia's nation-leading economy.
To support this vision, the following initiatives will help unlock and deliver more land supply, build thousands of homes, and help first home buyers get into the market in Mandurah and the Peel region and beyond:
- $1.6 billion for the construction and refurbishment of more than 1,800 social and affordable dwellings, 500 homes for first home buyers, land acquisition, and maintenance;
- participation in the Commonwealth's 100,000 Homes for First Home Buyers program, supporting the delivery of 11,000 dwellings over eight years reserved exclusively for first home buyers;
- $250 millionKeystart Presale Guarantee and $250 million First Home Buyer Commercial Financing Facilityto help developers meet presale thresholds and support more apartment and affordable homes project for first home buyers to get off the ground sooner;
- $297 million tax package to support first home buyers and boost housing supply, including first homeowner duty concessions, increased first homeowner grant cap, and an extension of the off-the-plan transfer duty concession;
- $48 million to boost modular housingand apartment construction capacity via investment in advanced manufacturing facilities in Kwinana and Neerabup. The facilities are expected to provide prefabricated housing and infrastructure to regional WA;
- $40 million top-up to the Infrastructure Development Fund, bringing the total investment to $120 million, to address infrastructure constraints and accelerate the delivery of medium- and high-density housing.
Real cost-of-living relief will be delivered to Western Australians living in the Peel region through a range of initiatives that provide financial support for households, with the Cook Labor Government committing $198 million for a $100 Fuel Support Payment available to those with a valid driver's licence.
A further $89.5 million will be invested to deliver a third round of the Western Australian Student Assistance Payment, which will provide $150 for each primary and kindergarten student and $250 for each secondary school student - including for the families of around 30,000 students in the Peel region.
Free public transport on Sundays and for students travelling to and from school will also be made permanent, with the Cook Labor Government investing $70.1 million in the 2026-27 State Budget to continue these major cost-of-living initiatives.
Other cost-of-living relief measures funded as part of this Budget include:
- $35 million for a 10 per cent uplift in the value of the Energy Assistance Payment, Dependent Child Rebate, and Air Conditioning Allowance;
- $16 million to extend Energy Ahead, helping Western Australians who are experiencing financial stress to improve their energy efficiency and save on their power bills;
- $14.5 million to establish a new Foster and Grand Carer Gold Card, offering concessions to carers providing a stable home and support to children and young people in outofhome care arrangements; and
- $13.5 million to extend the WA Rent Relief Program.
The Cook Labor Government's vision to diversify WA's nation-leading economy so that it remains the strongest in the nation will be secured in the Peel region through the following investments as part of the 2026-27 State Budget:
- $973 million for Western Power to respond to demand growth, expand the network, and increase electricity capacity infrastructure for industrial and residential customers;
- more than $150 million in loans to manufacturers to improve energy efficiency and invest in advanced manufacturing equipment as part of the Made in WA Energy Affordability Investment Program;
- $124 million for lower fee and fee-free TAFE in 2027, including in Mandurah;
- $113.5 million for road maintenance across WA;
- $33.1 million contribution to the nationally co-ordinated Fuel Excise Relief Program, and a further $4.5 million for the deferral of heavy vehicle fee increases, supporting industry in Peel;
- $30 million to topup the Investment Attraction Fund for a second round of grants through the New Energies Industries Funding Stream; and
- $18 million to deliver Aboriginal tourism initiatives under the Jina: Western Australian Aboriginal Tourism Action Plan 2026-2030; and
- $1.4 million to deliver a second round of the Small Business Growth Grants.
The 2026-27 State Budget will ensure all regional Western Australians can access the healthcare they need, when they need it.
The Cook Labor Government is boosting the Building Hospitals Fund - from which the new Peel Health Campus will be funded - by $500 million to $2 billion in this Budget.
Other health investments in this Budget include:
- $214 million for an uplift to WA Health's State-wide maintenance programs;
- $143 million for additional investment in medical equipment and imaging replacement program throughout WA;
- $49.8 million for the State's investment in the Child Development Services System Reform Program;
- $43.8 million for a funding uplift for existing community mental health and alcohol and other drug services;
- $29.7 million for expanded suicide prevention initiatives;
- $27.1 million for the free flu vaccine, FluMist, and RSV immunisation programs; and
- $4.1 million to expand the Enhanced Access Community Pharmacy Pilot project.
Quality infrastructure and services will also be supported through the Budget with the following investments to bolster schools throughout the Peel region:
- $310million uplift in funding to support students with disability at public schools;
- $219 million boost to school maintenance, benefiting schools in the Peel region;
- more than $100 million for targeted maintenance and minor works projects across WA, which includes work on roofs, hardcourts, and toilets, as well as additional investment in the Schools Clean Energy Technology Fund;
- $41.1 million to fully fund the commitment of 61 minor upgrade projects for undercover areas, courts, play areas, STEM facilities, and parking, which includes Falcon Primary School, Jarrahdale Primary School, Lakeland Senior High School, and Marri Grove Primary School.
- $45.8 million to fully fund the commitment to Cool the Schools through air-conditioning upgrades, which includes Pinjarra Primary School and Serpentine Primary School;
- $12.1 million for Byford Primary School to deliver a new early childhood education block; and
- $15.7 million to expand access to training and support for staff working with students with disability.
The Cook Labor Government will continue building safe and inclusive communities so that all Western Australians feel secure at home and at work through the following investments:
- $421 million for child protection services, in addition to $52.4 million extra support for foster carers and grandcarers;
- $361 million for Foundational Supports - Thriving Kids services over the next five years, to provide support for children aged 8 and under with developmental delays or autism;
- $91.1 million for new and continuing homelessness services;
- $61.4 million for the Target 120 early intervention program, including in Mandurah;
- $60.7 million to provide ongoing funding for road safety community awareness campaigns and school education programs across WA;
- $45 million for family and domestic violence refuges and safe houses across WA, inclusive of $11.6 million in operating costs for five new or expanded refuges currently under development, including one in Mandurah;
- $31.2 million towards the fire and emergency fleet replacement throughout WA;
- $29.5 million for the Home Stretch WA service supporting young people as they age out of the child protection system, including in Peel; and
- $20.3 million for at-risk youth services around the State.
Protecting and restoring WA's environment so future generations can continue enjoying its economic and lifestyle benefits will be secured with the following investments:
- $24.7 million for biosecurity and animal disease preparedness activities;
- a further $8.5 million towards the Fisheries Support Package, including funding for an enhanced science program and upgrades to the FishCatchWA app; and
- $6.2 million for the Healthy Estuaries WA program, including the Peel-Harvey Estuary.
For more information, visit ourstatebudget.wa.gov.au
Comments attributed to Premier Roger Cook:
"Whether you live in Mandurah or towns throughout the Peel region, this Budget delivers for Western Australians and keeps WA strong.
"Our regions have been central to WA becoming the strongest economy in the nation and will be critical to our future economic success.
"That's why this Budget will help seize the big job-creating projects in front of us in regional WA, with investments in the economic infrastructure needed to expand our Seven Cities as hubs to provide quality services to the towns and remote communities within their regions."
Comments attributed to Regional Development Minister Stephen Dawson:
"The Cook Labor Government is investing in the Peel region to support strong local economies, quality frontline services, and more jobs opportunities.
"From health and housing to roads and cost-of-living measures, our government is working to deliver projects and outcomes that make a real difference in our regional communities.
"Whether people live in one of our Seven Cities, a small town or a remote community, this Government is committed to delivering for regional WA."
Comments attributed to Peel Minister Jessica Stojkovski:
"The Cook Labor Government is delivering for the Peel community by investing in jobs, health, housing, and cost-of-living relief, ensuring the region continues to grow and thrive.
"This Budget backs the future of Peel with targeted investment to support local jobs, infrastructure, and stronger communities.
"Strong financial management by the Cook Labor Government means we are able to deliver for Peel while keeping Western Australia's economy strong."
Comments attributed to Mandurah MLA Rhys Williams:
"With the Mandurah bridge duplication now open, this Budget turns its focus to commencing construction on our new Mandurah hospital, which will start coming out of the ground in just a few months.
"I'm proud to see this Budget delivering for Mandurah, by unlocking more housing, supporting local jobs, and investing in the infrastructure our city needs to thrive, and especially the hospital project.
"Importantly, this Budget focuses on easing cost-of-living pressures for Mandurah families and seniors, while continuing to build a stronger and more connected community through record investment in clubs and groups."
Comments attributed to Dawesville MLA Lisa Munday:
"Growth in the Dawesville electorate is happening quickly, and this Budget makes sure our community keeps up with investment in housing, schools, and local infrastructure.
"The Cook Labor Government is supporting local families with cost-of-living relief, while delivering the services and amenities our community needs."
