Spare a thought for our editorial team over the past week.

Not only have they withstood an intense battle for Bass as part of the federal election, but then we send them to Hobart to be locked up in a room for multiple hours examining the state's budget papers.

The lock up is a tad more pleasant than it sounds. All the journalists are put into a room, which often overlooks the Derwent River and offers some lovely views for reflection.

Their phones are placed into an envelope and held by security until 3pm. Stacks of budget papers are ready on the tables for the journalists as they spend about five hours scrutinising the Treasurer's decisions. It's amazing how much work you can complete without the internet as a distraction.

The talk of the day is often the food - this year sushi was a highlight.

But what our jounalists are there to find out is what the budget means for you.

The state will increase its net debt and borrowings over next financial year and the forward estimates to fund infrastructure projects in an effort to keep up economic momentum in the state. You can read about how the net debt will expand to $1.1 billion in three years here.

There were no major suprises in the budget for Northern Tasmania, but the infrastructure projects already earmarked will continue to support the North. Here's what the budget means to those living in Northern Tasmania.

Infrastructure spending has once again been placed front and centre in the state budget, with $3.6 billion of funding earmarked over four years. The majority will be devoted to road and bridge projects. Here's what you need to know.

The state unions say there will be job cuts, up to 500 a year, to help fund the budget. The budget has also been slammed for ignoring the needs of Tasmanians doing it tough. Here's a stakeholder's thoughts.

In an opinion piece penned just for The Examiner, Treasuer Peter Gutwein says the budget is a reflection of the government's long-term plan to grow the economy, create jobs, invest in essential services and protect Tasmania's way of life. You can read about the budget in the Treasurer's own words here.

All the budget coverage will continue to arrive at www.examiner.com.au so join us there for updates and reaction.