The 2025–2026 Budget was adopted by Isaac Regional Council on 30 June 2025.
Mayor’s message
This budget is about securing tomorrow, today.
Isaac communities are at the heart of everything we do. This year’s Budget reflects our drive to ensure they are strong, supported, and ready for the future.
We know families and businesses are doing it tough, and Council is feeling those same cost pressures. This year, we have had to set aside more than $6.5 million just to cover utilities and insurance. Despite those challenges, we have kept the general residential rates increase to 4.95 per cent and the total for rates and charges to 5.17 per cent. For 99.9 per cent of households, that means an increase of less than five dollars a week.
We have also committed $8.57 million in early payment discounts to help ease cost-of-living pressures for our community.
At the same time, it’s important we make strong investments where they matter most. That’s why we have committed $69.8 million for 110 infrastructure and roads projects.
Multi-year projects being delivered in 2025-26:
- $10.2 million for early works on the Isaac Resources Excellence Precinct in Moranbah
- $14.6 million to complete the Phillips Creek Bridge replacement on Saraji Road in Dysart
- $2.8 million multi-year investment to finalise Stage 1 of the Nebo Showgrounds redevelopment.
- $2 million multi-year partnership with Queensland Government to establish Country University Centres in Moranbah and Clermont
- $1.6 million multi-year investment to finalise upgrades of Moranbah Early Learning Centre to increase capacity and take pressure off waitlists.
Key programs delivered in the 2025–26 financial year include:
- $14.8 million for water, waste and wastewater upgrades
- $3.85 million to resurface 119km of sealed roads
- $3.46 million to re-sheet 35.6km of unsealed roads
- $100,000 to Childcare Leadership Alliance to support recruitment of early childhood educators across Isaac.
- $455,000 in leasing support to Isaac Not-For-Profit Childcare Centres
- $473,000 in major grants and sponsorships to community groups and events across Isaac.
- $300,000 to upgrade the selling pens and bull-ring seating at the Clermont Saleyards.
- Council is also progressing planning for the Clermont Swimming Centre redevelopment, supported by a $3.2 million Queensland Government election commitment.
This Budget is about backing our communities and creating long-term opportunities. It is forward looking, balanced, and responsible.
We understand what matters most to the people who call the Isaac region home. That’s why this Budget prioritises investment in roads and infrastructure, affordable living, new industry opportunities, access to childcare and housing, and services that support our way of life. I want to thank our Councillors and staff for their commitment to getting the balance right, and our community for backing the region we all believe in.
Mayor Kelly Vea Vea
Isaac Regional Council
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