Sky News host Danica De Giorgio says Queensland Premier Steven Miles’ pledge to double the power bill rebate “smells like desperation”.

“The Queensland government has pledged to double the power bill rebate to $1,000,” Ms De Giorgio said.

“Meaning, most people will not need to pay anything for power in the July quarter.

“The plan will cost the state $2.5 billion and won’t even be means tested.

“This comes just before the October state election, I mean it smells like desperation to me.”