Grounded ministers to save taxpayers thousands as they stay home
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International border closures have provided a small silver lining for the COVID-hit Queensland budget, with grounded politicians set to save taxpayers thousands of dollars.
Palaszczuk government ministers spent $269,531 on overseas travel in the 12 months to June 30, 2020, according to a public report of ministerial expenses.
International travel is off the cards, with Queensland ministers also prevented from leaving on trade missions.
Credit:Rob Homer
In comparison, ministers spent $534,226 on overseas trips the previous year.