WA Budget 2024: Surplus, funding boosts, challenges for various sectors

Summary: Western Australians benefit from a $3.2 billion budget surplus, with economic growth at 5.25%. Homeless people receive an extra $92 million in funding. Households save on costs with $762 million allocated. Health sector gets $3.2 billion for hospital capacity. Parents receive cash incentives for school children. Small businesses miss out on payroll tax relief. Apprentices in building and construction receive financial support. Environment sees investments in climate action and renewable energy. Young detainees and Metronet face funding challenges.

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