Removal/amendment of state powers is a debate for the future.
Right now I need the Feds to have the "big picture" for Australia and not get bogged down in the political power plays of individual states/territories.
The Feds are dolling out a ****load of extra $$, I'd like those $$ to be allocated to the states/territories who can work with the Feds for the "big picture".
Those leaders who can't - or won't - are free to do so, I'm sure losing the $$ would not be a concern to their clear conscience.
Whether or not their constituents/business leaders/community leaders et al would agree worth nothing as compared to the leaders clear conscience - be interesting to see how THAT panned out.
I don't think it's unfair for funds to be allocated where they will benefit Australia the best overall.